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Tips on Getting Back Into a School Routine

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Welcome Back to School!

Starting school in the fall is challenging, but college is a whole different ball game. The stress of classes and college life in general sometimes makes it hard for students to become acclimated. But, the simplest changes in daily routines make college life much simpler. Below some tips and tricks to achieve this are listed for your benefit! I hope you enjoyed the Friends reference in the display above. cool emoji

Routine Tips

Desk with comupterOne major aspect in making college a more calm environment for you is having a consistent routine. Try to create some consistency in your daily tasks to help you stay in control of your day. Even starting your day by making your bed and brushing your teeth every morning will help your mind and body adjust to your college routine.

Every student learns differently. Some learn visually and some learn best with a hands on approach. Along with this, some people can learn in a hectic environment, while others need complete silence. You know yourself best, so this tip is entirely up to you to decide what your ideal study environment is. Some common places to study can be in your dorm, the library, or even at the B&B with a smoothie in your hand!

Happy girl studentBeing prepared will take a ton of stress off your plate. This can mean staying ahead of your assignments by reading your syllabus and checking D2L regularly or it can be something like packing your bag the night before class. By implementing these little additions to your routine, you will find that it pays off to be prepared!

BreakfastFood is fuel! It can be easy to become distracted by an assignment and accidentally skip a meal. Some also find that they do not have the time to cook something up. Some helpful tips can include setting aside time to eat and to take breaks from your school work. Meal prepping can also be super helpful when it comes to making easy dinners. Learn more about meal prep strategies below.

image of person sleeping in bedSleep: the thing we all wish we had more of. Sleep is very important in college, so it is your job to make sure your body is getting enough of it! Watch the video below to learn how to fix your sleep schedule.

Photo of Students and ProfessorIt always feels good to be apart of something! This sense of togetherness can help you be excited for college life and out of your slump. Take a look at the clubs you can be apart of!

College ClassroomSkipping class will make getting back into your college routine way harder. Plus college is not cheap, and skipping classes is basically wasted the hard earned money that allows you to go to school. Not only do you miss important information when you skip a class, but you are also throwing away the money it costs to pay for your classes. Be dependable, you owe it to yourself!

Mount Union SignMount Union has more resources than we can count! To get back into your college routine, make sure to take advantage of the services that are at your fingertips. 

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About the Guide Creator

Josie Measel '27 is currently pursuing her bachelor of arts degree in Primary Education. She started working in Mount Union's Curriculum Resource Center in the spring of 2024 and takes a lot of pride in her job. She loves creating displays for people to pass by and tries to cater to the student body's general interest when coming up with ideas.