As the spring semester kicks off, many Freshman are just starting out. To help ease the transition, here are some valuable pieces of advice for a successful and fulfilling experience at Bentley:
Join clubs! Making friends in the spring semester might seem challenging, but joining a club is an excellent way to meet new people with similar interests. We have artistic and recreational organizations, club sports, clubs for people of different backgrounds to get together, etc. Attend events regularly and don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. Even though the activities fair has already passed, you can still get notifications from different club events through the app CampusGroups, or keep an eye out for posters around the student center to stay updated on club activities. College is the perfect time to try new things, so take advantage of these 4 years.
Get involved with academic organizations! Sooner or later you’ll be taking CDI101, and you’ll realize that all of your high school activities, awards, etc, aren’t too relevant anymore. Now, it’s time to get a fresh start and build up your academic / professional achievements. Join a few academic organizations, become an eBoard member, and take on projects. Here at Bentley, we also have jobs for students like Falcon Discovery Seminar teachers, the UAS peer tutoring program, or any of the learning centers / labs. If you haven’t noticed already, LinkedIn is a big thing here at Bentley. Leverage LinkedIn to connect with your professors and see what other Bentley students are involved in. You’ll be happy that you are academically involved once the career fairs start rolling around.
In the coming weeks, you'll face the task of selecting classes and electives. To make informed decisions, plan your schedule in advance. Utilize tools like degreeworks, seek advice from upperclassmen, and schedule meetings with your academic advisor. Whether you plan on going abroad, know your major, or plan on minoring in something, careful planning ensures a smooth academic journey. I suggest that students use degreeworks, talk to upperclassmen, and meet with their academic advisor to navigate course selection.
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