It's the start of a new term! As you get all the syllabi for your new classes, don't just shove them in a folder or glance through them during class. Read through them carefully and pull out the important information you may need to be successful in the course throughout the term.
Syllabus Week Checklist
- Organize your time.
- Use a semester calendar to help you plan ahead for your assignments and exams.
- Utilize weekly schedules or to-do lists to stay up to date on your work.
- Make note of important class information such as location, office hours and grade breakdowns. Use the semester-at-a-glance as a guide.
- Prepare for class.
- Gather all your books and materials.
- Decide how you are going to organize your notes.
- Find your perfect study spot!
- Connect with other course resources.
- Meet with professors and UTAs.
- Identify relevant resources on campus.