by compactscholars | Sep 26, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars
Submission by Nickie T. One of the best tips I can have for commuters is to get your life organized. Leaving my house at 6am to make it to my 8am classes on time left a lot of room for distractions. Plan out your day. Get as much sleep as possible. Don’t party too...
by compactscholars | Sep 25, 2017 | Student Spotlight
Name: Megan Posis High School: Bonita Vista High School Major: Interdisciplinary Studies (with emphasis in Biology, Public Health, and Women’s Studies) Expected Graduation Date: 2019 Favorite Quote: “Not everybody can be famous but everybody can be great,...
by compactscholars | Sep 19, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars
Submission by Mia B. STAY IN SCHOOL KIDS! Even if things get rough or if things at home are difficult, keep pushing because if you give up life does not get any easier. Always do your best and you will be the best. Your hard work and focus will pay off so consider it...
by compactscholars | Sep 12, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars
Submission by Sabrina B. The most essential advice I can give to incoming freshmen commuter students is to not give up for anything. College can be very lonely, at least is has been for me. I’m by myself on all my long days because it’s really hard to make friends...
by compactscholars | Aug 29, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars
Submission by Amanda Q. The most essential piece of advice I have for incoming freshman commuter students is to stay on top of your work and go to class even if attendance isn’t mandatory. Being a commuter is more difficult than living on campus because it requires...
by compactscholars | Aug 15, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars
Submission by Samantha M For incoming freshmen, my best advice would be don’t let the stereotype, “Oh everyone always does bad their first semester,” define you. Yeah, it’s true that there’s a huge change and you will struggle adapting whether you realize it or not,...
by compactscholars | Aug 8, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars
Submission by Valery V. The most essential piece of advice I can give incoming freshmen is to learn about resources on campus early, even before you need them. That way, you will know where to go when you need help. Don’t be embarrassed. Everyone needs help sometimes....
by compactscholars | Aug 1, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars
Submission by Nataly O. Do not procrastinate! Throughout the year I found myself rushing and always stressed because I left everything (including studying) to the moment just before deadlines. I could have done better on my tests and other assignments if I had given...
by compactscholars | Jul 25, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars
Submission by Martha C. My advice for incoming commuter freshmen is don’t be afraid. The idea of college is already scary in high school, and seeing many new faces doesn’t help, but you need to overcome this fear. Be comfortable with the uncomfortable because college...
by compactscholars | Jul 18, 2017 | Letters to Future Scholars
Submission by Reilly M. A helpful piece of advice for incoming commuter freshmen would be to relax. But don’t spend all your time doing nothing. Find a balance and after trial and error, you’ll settle in comfortably. Something in your first semester will present a...
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