The first few days at your U.S. college or university can be a truly
exciting time. There will be many new students on campus like you,
all dealing with feelings of anticipation mixed with a certain
amount of worry regarding how the first few months of study will go.
During those first days, you may find yourself very busy getting
organized and settling in.
Despite the excitement, it is not at all unusual for students to
feel a certain degree of loneliness, homesickness, or anxiety during
their first year. |
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First
Days at the University - The first few days at your
U.S. college or university can be a truly exciting time.
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Campus and
Department Orientation - Orientation programs for
new students are offered at virtually every college and
university.
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The
Academic Advisor - When you enter a university or
college, you will usually be assigned an academic
adviser.
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The
Academic Year - For most colleges and universities,
the academic year begins in late August or early
September.
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The
Academic Program - Undergraduate programs are
designed to give students a fairly broad educational
background.
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Course
Registration - Registration procedures are different
at each educational institution.
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Professors
- The social code of behavior between students and
professors is not as precisely defined in the United
States.
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The
Honor Code - Most colleges and universities in the
United States have established honor codes or statements
of rules.
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Study
Skills - It is common for students to think that
they already know how to be a successful student.
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