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Ten Things Every College Student Should Know This article was written by Hannah Purnell Hannah Purnell is a staff writer for CollegeView.com. Hannah writes extensively on the topic of undergraduate studies and the college search process.
No Major? No Problem Your major as an entering college freshman doesn’t matter as much as you think it does. In fact, in most cases it doesn’t lock you in to anything. If you are unsure of what you want to major in as a freshman, it’s OK—most college students will change their major at least once. You can use your freshman year as a time to explore, taking classes in subjects you never thought about studying before to help you hone in on what you want to do with your life. Look at college as an opportunity to expand your knowledge and build upon your interests. Your Advisor is an Important Resource Your school will provide you with a catalog of courses offered, the prerequisites and requirements needed for each class and major, and requirements you must satisfy in order to graduate. If you have a question that goes beyond the catalog, or just need a little guidance, go to your advisor—they can help you with any scheduling or course selection questions you may have. The Truth about Textbooks There are two simple rules to follow when it comes to textbooks: Don’t buy your textbooks too early. Save money by buying and selling online (or, buy used books at your campus bookstore). Many schools claim that you are required to buy all of the textbooks assigned on the syllabus each semester. However, just because it’s written on paper doesn’t mean that you’re actually going to use it enough to get your money’s worth. Every student learns differently and every professor teaches differently. If you can, talk to other students who have taken a course to see if you will actually need the textbooks, and then decide if you should purchase them. Also, if you are a poor college student—aren’t college students broke most of the time?— avoid purchasing your textbooks from the campus bookstore. Prices there tend to be on the high side, and when book buy-back time rolls around during exam week, the return on what you originally paid doesn’t always lead to a pretty penny. If you can, purchase your books online and sell them back online too; you’ll find this to be a win-win situation in the end. Campus Involvement Builds Lasting Friendships Your social life is a huge part of the college experience. Getting involved on campus in clubs, organizations, or athletics will help you meet new people and develop lasting friendships. Enjoy yourself and the friends you spend your time with—even if you’re not doing anything at all. College is about the people you meet, the experiences you go through, and the memories you make.
Balancing Work and Play Reduces Stress Balancing an academic schedule, extracurriculars, athletics, perhaps a job, and on top of all that a social life can be extremely demanding. All work and no play is a sure-fire recipe for unhappiness and will catch up to you in the long run. Learn to balance school work by taking the number of classes you feel comfortable taking on. Don’t over-involve yourself in activities, and if you have to work a part-time job, only work a few flexible hours per week. Keep in mind that you still need to save time in your schedule for rest, relaxation, and socializing. Your Professors are Not the Enemy Talk to your professors: introduce yourself, ask questions, visit during office hours, and make sure they know your name. Be sincere in showing your efforts in the classroom. Your professors will begin to see that you are trying and your efforts will pay off. As a result, they will be more willing to go out of their way to help you, and you may even be able to use them as references later on. Studying Abroad Brings the Classroom to Life For students studying abroad, living, breathing, eating, and feeling a new culture is definitely an educational experience. Studying abroad allows you to fully immerse yourself in a foreign language, to observe a new culture firsthand, and to experience new music, art, theater, food, and nightlife. Studying in the actual environment brings the classroom to life. Every Campus Has Safety Hazards Check with your local police to learn about the areas on and off campus that you should avoid. Learning the areas where the most crime takes place and what types of crime are most common in your college town can help to keep you safe. For an added safety measure, store emergency phone numbers in your cell phone and post them beside the phone in your dorm as well. Also, always be sure to carry identification on you. Internships Increase Your Hiring Power Do you have an internship? Well, plan on getting one if you don’t already have one. Job recruiters love practical experience, so plan on getting some before you graduate and you should be in great shape for your first job. Internships will not only provide you with practical, real-world experience, but you may even be one step ahead of the game and land a job offer from the company you intern for you before you even graduate. Avoiding Debt is Simple A simply monthly budget will prevent you from overspending and will make paying the bills much easier. Allow yourself a weekly allowance for entertainment purposes and stick to it. Only use a credit card for emergencies, don’t ever use it for entertainment. Sticking to your budget and remembering that little things add up fast will help to keep you debt free.
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16 Workout Motivation Hacks For When You’re Feeling Lazy Anna Borges BuzzFeed Staff
1. Just put on the clothes. 2. Write down how you feel after every workout so you can read it on days you’re lacking motivation. 3. Tell yourself you have to work out for only 10 minutes, then if you really want to, you can stop. 4. Check out old pictures of yourself to remind yourself what you’re capable of. 5. Watch sport brand commercials to get in the mood. 6. Or music videos of your favorite inspirational performers. 7. Do a completely new routine. 8. Make a new playlist to reinvigorate your workout. 9. And when you get to the gym, blast the most epic pump-up song you have. 10. Bet money on it. 11. Tell everyone that you’re going to the gym. 12. Drag a friend with you. 13. Look at more motivating alternatives than #Fitspo. 14. If you have to stop at home between work and the gym, at least leave your phone or some other essential in the car. 15. Drop in on a class instead. 16. And finally, remind yourself why you’re doing this. And then do it.
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Red Dress Day Committee Launches New Event to Compliment Red Dress Day Activities The Red Dress Day Committee is excited to announce a new event to be added to the Red Dress Day Activities. Faculty, staff, and students are invited to submit an original photograph donation representing the color red and something related to the heart, heart health, or the Red Dress concept. Photographs should be printed on a 12 x 14 or 14x14 canvas (printing available at many retailers – usually takes 5-7 business days for printing) and should not exceed a cost of $35 in order to be eligible for submission. It is highly recommended to include a hanging tag or tab on the back of the artwork to facilitate hanging. Please make sure to sign your work as the original artist. A letter of donation for tax purposes will be provided. All eligible submissions will be displayed at the Red Dress Day event where attendees will judge the photographs. A prize of $25 dollars will be awarded to the winner. All of the eligible submissions will be displayed in one of the Kelso Art Center student galleries during the month of February following the Red Dress Day event to highlight the artwork. All eligible submissions will be available for purchase by the public or UIW faculty, staff, and students. Proceeds from this event will help to support future Red Dress Day activities. Photographic artwork should be submitted to Dr. Michael D. Moon in the nursing building by February 1, 2016 at 12 noon. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Dr. Michael Moon at (210) 216-5086
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Cardinals Set Nine School Records at Opening Meet
Men's Track and Field | 1/16/2016 5:18:00 PM |
NORMAN, OKLAHOMA – The University of the Incarnate Word track and field teams had a success open to the indoor season at the J.D. Martin Invitational hosted by the University of Oklahoma at Mosier Track. The Cardinals set a total of nine school records in the meet with five going to the women and four to the men. Junior Myah Antwi (Huntsville/Huntsville HS) got things started in the weight throw with a toss of 55-0.75 breaking her own school mark by nearly four feet. Later, she would break the school record in the shot put with a throw of 44-9.75. In the women's jumping events, Sarea Alexander (San Antonio/MacArthur HS) led the Cardinals with a third place finish in the long jump going 18-7.25 and a victory in the triple jump with a school record jump of 39-3.25. Freshman Mahogani Frazier (Cibolo/Steele HS) was the runner-up in the triple jump with a mark of 38-2.75. Jasmine Waring (San Antonio/Randolph HS) added a third place finish in the high jump with a clearance of 5-4.25 The running events began with the mile where Keila Rodriguez (Brownsville/Rivera HS) won her heat in a time of 5:24.67. The Cardinals had three runners qualify for the finals of the 60-meter hurdles while Jerica Love (San Antonio/Warren HS) broke the school record with a time of 9.12 en route to a fifth place finish. The women finished strong. In the 800 meters Dominique Allen (Converse/Judson HS) took second in a time of 2:21.45, losing by .02 seconds and Rodriguez was third in 2:24.61. LaShawnda Simmons (Pflugerville/Pflugerville HS) set a personal best in the 200 meters with a time of 25.55 to take third place. Senior Rainy Castaneda (Laredo/United South HS) followed with a win in the 3,000 meters covering the race in 10:03.03 to break her own school mark. The meet started well for the men with Deion Hardy (Temple/Temple HS) winning the mile in 4:22.46, the second fastest time in school history. He would add a win in the 800 meters later in the meet crossing the tape in 1:57.15. Jamarkese Williams (Temple/Temple HS) set the first school record for the Cardinals. He took second in the long jump with a leap of 23-3.5. Right after that, Douglas Bradshaw (San Antonio/Antonian HS) and William Young III (San Antonio/Clark HS) each broke the school record in the 60-meter hurdles. Bradshaw would finish sixth in a time of 8.54 while Young was eighth in 8.58. Austin Sandoval (Crane/Crane HS) opened his sophomore season with a win in the 400 meters circling the track twice in 51.80. Freshman Tristan Zaragoza (San Antonio/Highlands HS) shattered the school mark in the shot put with a toss of 49-2.25 and fellow freshman Robert Allen (San Antonio/Brackenridge HS) set the school mark in the triple jump with a mark of 47-3.5 to finish in second place. Teammates Kelechi Emeodi (Austin/McNeil HS) and Luke Argo (Lampasas/Lampasas HS) also broke the previous school record in the triple jump. The UIW men finished the meet by sweeping the 3,000 meters. Freshman Garett Cortez (Schertz/Steele HS) won with a time of 8:53.31 while Cesar Moreno (Del Rio/Del Rio HS) and Adam Herrera (Edinburg/Vela HS) took second and third while each broke nine minutes. The Cardinals will be back in action next Friday and Saturday at the Lobo Collegiate Invitational hosted by the University of New Mexico. http://uiwcardinals.com/news/2016/1/16/MTRACK_0116162003.aspx
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Mexicanos en UIW is an academic student organization trying to engage all International students, and interested students in developing a smoother transition thoughtout their college career. We understand that moving to a foreign country to study is very challenging, and Mexicanos en UIW will provide the tools to our students to overcome any challenges. Mexicanos en UIW will provide information to our students, and engage in activities in topics such as; scholarships, networking, community service, immigration law, peer mentors, social events, international seminars, study abroad opportunities, and other topics based on the needs that the students express. The objective is to help and represent students with any issues, questions, and concerns they may have during their academic career. Mexicanos en UIW is committed to serve and unite our community.
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