For some of you waiting to join Zetech University Main
Campus, you are probably getting ready to relocate to a new area and start
socializing in this new environment. Among the many things that Zetech
University students enjoy is its proximity to the Nairobi CBD.
The University is located just 15 to 20 minutes’ drive from
the city center. The facility is also close to neighboring colleges and a hub
of activities so you’ll definitely feel comfortable in a region where there are
so many college students.
Useful Tips for Zetech University Students
So if you are a first year Zetech University student, here
are a couple of tips to get started with campus life.
Tip1: Attend classes
Yes, you can get notes from your friends and yes, some
professors provide handouts and study notes online. But reading your friend’s
notes and long handouts is not the same as going to class. Some Zetech University students who attend classes perform better because they listen to
lecturers give subtle hints of what they will test in exams during class.
You can often tell what the professor wants you to focus on
by attending classes. It also improves your understanding than reading a bunch
of posted notes.
Tip2: Know your peak study times
People have very unique study times and you need to
understand what works for you best as soon as you join campus. If you have more
energy during early mornings, then choose to study at this time. Choose to
handle the most demanding subject areas at the times when your energy is high.
Tip3: Avoid procrastination
When you plan on doing something, do it there and then. You
can easily be hindered by procrastination and this can undermine your campus
experience. You can just complete one small task at the beginning of the day
and then work towards the rest of the tasks. Don’t put off doing things for a
long time because the work will pile up and become a source of stress.
Tip4: Take study breaks
Study breaks allow your brain to process the information
that you have read. You can’t study non-stop and expect to remember everything
during an exam. When you take study breaks, your level of concentration
improves. You are able to refresh, manage stress and become a successful
student. However, make sure you engage in co-curricular activities that do not
negatively impact on your studies. Also make sure you don’t overdo it.
Tip5: Spare some time to reflect
It’s always good to take your time to think and reflect on
what you’ve done and where you plan on going. It will help you to effectively
manage your time and work towards your goals. If your grades have started
slipping because of a new group of friends, it could be time to cut off
communication and spend more time studying until you can recover. When you
allocate time to think and reflect, you have space to make such important decisions.
Tip6: Plan your day
Successful students at Zetech will always have their
days planned out well. List items that you need to complete in a day and then
divide them based on what’s more important. If you plan your days well then
you’ll realize how less stressful things become as the semester progresses.
Tip7: Get enough sleep
You won’t be able to concentrate in class if you are not
getting enough sleep. You need to establish a sleeping routine that allows you
to get enough rest every day.
Tip8: Learn how to deal with distractions
There are a number of interruptions that will come in your
way, especially when you’ve dedicated time to study. You just have to learn how
to deal with these interruptions and continue. You can set non-study times to
socialize and politely ask your friends or other students at Zetech to
keep off during study times.
The above are very important things to think about. When
it’s time to study, try and choose a nice group of friends who are focused and
will encourage you and not distract you.
No comments:
Post a Comment