How to Succeed in the University or Polytechnic Environment

The need to have a successful stay in an institution of higher learning is not just the desire of students already schooling in institutions of higher learning but also the desire of newly admitted students in such an environment.

You can agree with me that there wouldn’t be a better feeling than when one is able to feel successful yet happy because they have played a role in creating and building the environment in which they have found themselves.

While secondary school left you hardly discovering new things (yet unconsciously forming your strengths), the university is the place for conscious personal growth, discovering and developing new talents.

We have therefore brought you Tips on  How to Successfully Have a Full University Experience to make you see life differently but in a better perspective far better than what your secondary education left you with, so relax and have fun as you read through.

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1. Make friends:

Life becomes boring when you put yourself in a corner without socializing. In fact, you may fall into depression thinking nobody wants you and that will ultimately affect your studies.

While you come across different people in your hostel or class, build friendships. Commit yourself to make good friends who will impact greatness in your life, and not friends who’ll only want you to sponsor them to parties, without impacting positively in your life, thereby leading you into trouble.

Know people so you can keep up with the information going around on campus and in your class. Know people to increase your visibility zone so you, a born leader, are not left out of the opportunity to be a group leader for that class assignment.

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Form study groups with your colleagues, say hello to those you meet on campus (Even if you don’t know them), seek reasonable advice, and ask for help if you really need it. Deliberately do away with shyness and timidity. It will simply not help you in life.

Don’t mar the relationship you have with people thinking you are better than them and don’t force friendships. Network with people and learn something from them too.

2. Join clubs and commit to them:

Whatever your interests and hobbies, I guarantee there will be at least one club or society connected to it at your university. But of course, you knew this before you entered because you have joined some already. What you might have found is that you haven’t committed to any of these extra-curricular activities fully, and dropped a few in the process.

Commit to the activities of the clubs or societies you join. Be rest assured of your own capabilities and give it a try. It doesn’t matter if you fail or get defeated in the end, the experience matters.

The vast range of university societies means it’s a fantastic opportunity to try new things. Many of the activities of these groups will cater to novices. So rise to the challenge and say yes to something different. It is equally good to know that, you earn a lot of skills should you remain committed and actively involved in extracurricular activities.

3. Have a smaller circle:

Some of the best memories of school life come from lessons and experiences with your closest friends. And how determined you are in life may be completely hinged on them.

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There’s always something to learn from close friendships even in the negative moments. So choose carefully those who will form part of your smaller circle because they will greatly influence you.

4. Attend organized school activities:

It’s a real exercise of trust to let yourself free from your books. As much as your grades are important, giving your brain a break actually rejuvenates you and resets your focus.

To attend the freshers’ night or the games night. Go along for the talents showcase evening or join in. Support your school at a sporting event. Even if something sounds boring or not your thing, going along means you’ll have a chance to know your classmates and the people you’ll be living with.

5. Explore the practical side of your course:

Perhaps you read and read and have no time to actually apply all that you read.  If you study information management in your school, during the holidays or internship period, why not find a programming activity to take up? Or if your course at school is Chemistry, you can look for a lab or a school with a lab to teach at.

You can also volunteer at a local charity doing something in line with your course. This is an opportunity for professional and personal development. Don’t escape working when you have the time during long holidays.

No matter how well you know the area your university is in, there is nothing better than actually doing the practical side of learning about what you are interested in especially when it ends up earning you money or experience in the long run.

6. Get a scholarship:

When you hope to get a scholarship, you will be up in your academic activities, yes? Attaining a local/international scholarship means there will be a little something to challenge you to keep up with your studies. It is important to not forget why you paid and struggled to be in the university.

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Develop a healthy reading culture and participate in group discussions to help solidify what you have read. Ultimately, read, read so you can apply for academic scholarships to study abroad. Having this in mind may help to make you more focused on your studies.

7. Take care of your physical and mental health: 

This is an obvious tip but also one that we tend to give low priority. Sleep well, exercise, and eat healthily. The bottom line is that you can’t do something well if you’re half-asleep, feeling lethargic, or working on an empty stomach.

Of course, the university isn’t the be-all and end-all. You don’t have to go to university to make a success of whatever you want to do. If you happen to attend a university, count yourself as one of the lucky ones.

In conclusion, most employers during interviews want to know about the applicant’s special skills or their all-around knowledge. Sure, good grades will give you a job however your ability at interpersonal communication and tackling problems, learned from applying yourself deeper in school life will reflect on you and take you farther in life; more than you expect.

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