Bluefield College Top Questions

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Try to find a college that you could seriously see yourself attendinf for four years. Try to realize that big schools are not always the best choice because of their name. Find a school that has your major and other clubs and activities suited for your liking, Also have a plan for the future even though it may not be a clear one. New college students have to also keep in mind that there is more down town than they may have realized. Time management is key and students should plan accordingly especially if they are athletes because it is so easy to fall behind. College is the time to get ready for the ral world, and when choosing a school, students should choose a school where they are happy, comfortable, academicaly prepared, socially stable, affordable, not too far from home but far enough to establish some independence, and one that will help you find your dream job.

make sure you ask questions and make sure your child asks questions

I would sit down with your son or daughter and help them get to know themselves. The hardest thing that a freshman in college has to do, is to figure out who they are, and what they want to do with their lives. As a freshman, I did not have the slightest idea where I was headed in life until I took a class that allowed me to read a book entitled Discover Who you Are, which showed me my personality, spiritual gifts, talents, desires, likes, and dislikes. Help guide your son or daughter. Invest time into helping them learn what really turns them on to living. Give them the key to unlocking happiness!

I would advice future college students to master quickly time managment. There is lots to do at college, even on a small campus, but in order not to be overwhelmed by homework, assignments, and papers, one must learn to balance work and play. If you are feeling stressed, take a break. It helps to make plans with your friends to do something fun one or two nights a week--just make sure you get all your homework done before that night of relaxation or it will pile up and cause you more stress then necessary when you try to get it all done at the last minute. Secondly, I would advise during the first two semesters, depending how home sick you get, surround yourself with many friends and don't be afraid to write or call home everynight. Homesickness will get better, but if you clam up and don't tell anyone that you miss home, then you'll get depressed. Make sure your friends know how much you miss home--chances are, they miss home just as much or know where you're coming from. And just remember, your family back home loves and misses you just as much!

It is imperative that a student go and visit the campuses they are interested in attending school at. Research as much as possible and find out what that school has to offer. Academically, extracurricularly, spiritually, etc. In every area of life. The years that you will spend at college are the years that will shape you for the remainder of your life. And you'll be challenged to grow up, FAST! So, make sure you're well prepared before you dive into the pool of higher-education. When in college, make friends. These are the people that will be a friend for life. and be wise about the friends you choose. They will shape you and sharpen you. "This is the beginning of the rest of your life..."

Make sure you are choosing a college that is in a location that you enjoy. You need to find out what kind of activities the college offers, on and off campus. Obviously, make sure it has your intended major/minor. If you are an upcoming freshman, find out if you are allowed to have a car on campus. If you are driving from home, make sure they have an affective e-mailing system to notify you if classes are cancelled because of weather or an unexpected emergency.