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To The Now-Sophomores In College Transitioning From Long Summer Breaks

I'm no expert on giving advice, but I can say you never know how to do something if you've never tried it. So I'll give you readers some advice that you can choose to follow or not on how to regain your student abilities.

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To The Now-Sophomores In College Transitioning From Long Summer Breaks

My fellow Rider students, I'm sure you can all relate to this article. As I write this article today, we have been on summer break for two months and have roughly one and a half months remaining — that's a scary thought.

While I'm excited to go back to school, see my friends, and finally take the classes related to my major, the scary part of having to go back is how to manage all the stress. For the most part, I am able to multi-task and deal with stress because that is currently what I'm doing on a daily basis working as a senior camp counselor.

However, my fear is how will I initially get back into the groove of everything, especially since the first week may be sylly week (syllabus week), but homework assignments are still given with no remorse by the professors.

I'm no expert on giving advice, but I can tell you, unless you apply yourself and take a chance, you'll never know if you can accomplish whatever it may be. So I'll give you readers some advice; and I leave it to you on whether or not to follow these tips. My advice is on how to get back into the groove and regain your student abilities.

I always suggest to never procrastinate. When a mini-assignment is given, complete the assignment the day it's given. It helps you stay on track and not fall behind as other assignments are given.

I would also recommend making a color-coordinated calendar choosing one color for each class. This ensures organization, which ultimately leads to a smooth transition.

Next, in order to succeed in school and in the real world, put effort into anything and everything you do. You may not want to read that 30-page chapter of your history textbook, or write that five-page paper, but if you put the effort in and are determined to complete your assignments, you will reap the benefits. I guarantee you will have a feeling of accomplishment, instead of the stress and anxiety of last minute cramming.

My last piece of advice would be to begin the year off optimistic. By being positive, you give yourself and others the confidence to succeed.

I'm not saying that if you follow these guidelines you'll be a guaranteed straight A student, I am simply suggesting that these ideas will aid you in your transition from a three-month summer vacation to a hectic school year.

Good luck in the fall, everybody!

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