| True or False | Classes/Academics | Facts About College | Don't Get Stressed and Live Your Life! | Were You Listening? |
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False! You are allowed to change your mind.
T or F: You have to know what major you want to do before you enter college and stick with it the whole time.
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As soon as you don't understand something
When should you ask for help in your classes?
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Extra Costs involved with living on-campus: rent, food, activity fees, etc.
What is Room and Board?
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Get enough sleep, eat well, exercise, reach for support, don't overload yourself, plan ahead, pick something fun to do, etc.
What are 2 ways to manage stress in college?
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National Society of Black Engineers
What does NSBE stand for?
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False! You should pick someone who knows you well and can strongly attest to and talk about your strengths, activities, and achievements.
T or F: You should ask any person for a recommendation letter for your college application.
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Time Management, We suggest using a planner.
How do you balance classes and a social life?
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Historically Black College and University and Predominantly White Institution
What do HBCU and PWI stand for?
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As much as you need. It could every couple of days or every couple of weeks. They could be a good support system but remember you don't want to call them every time you get stressed or have a problem.
How often should I talk to my parents?
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11:45 am
What time is lunch?
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True!
T or F: College is harder than high school.
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Go to their office hours!
What is the best way to get one-on-one interaction with your professors?
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Room and Board, Books, Parking (if you drive), Fees, etc.
What are two expenses associated with college besides tuition?
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Maintain contact with family, friends, and significant others. Text, call, FaceTime, Skype, Social Media, etc.
Also, if needed and you have money for it, schedule a few visits home throughout the year.
How do you avoid being homesick?
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Mr. Richard Burgess Junior
What was the keynote speaker's name?
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True! But only if you let it become real. You really have to be responsible for yourself in college.
T or F: The Freshmen 15 is real.
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Office hours, Tutors, Study Groups, Online Websites, etc.
What are 2 ways to get help in your classes?
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Free Application for Federal Student Aid
What is the FAFSA?
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Clubs and Organizations, Intramural Sports, Research, Jobs, Volunteering, etc.
Name 2 ways you can get involved on campus.
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8 (or 10 if you count Materials Science and Engineering Science)
How many disciplines of engineering does PITT offer?
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False! The tools and services you may need is specific to YOU. Think about what you need in a school and choose schools that fill those needs. Not every school is the same.
T or F: Every college has the tools and services you need to succeed as a student.
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Don't give up! Talk to your financial aid office. They can probably help you figure it out
If you're on scholarship, what should you do if you are at risk of losing it?
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Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Sciences
What does B.A. stand for and what does B.S. stand for?
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Talk to your academic advisor, department heads, upperclassmen, Rate My Professor, etc. They all can give you insight into the classes you need to take and how professors are
What is one way you can make sure you are picking the right classes for yourself?
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Infinite Number of Answers!
Name two of the college students and their majors.
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