Professor Rebecca Olerich
We invite you to tell a story about how you are preparing to be a City Tech student. Research has shown that first-semester students often worry about their transition to college, yet eventually they become comfortable and find a community of people with whom they are close and feel they belong. Share your own story of preparing to be a college student. *
* This reflection is inspired by the “Our Stories” project.
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I prepare for my academic journey by ensuring all my coursework is on track. I actively seek clarification by asking questions and attending tutoring sessions. Engaging with individuals who share similar academic interests is also important to me. I’ve joined a club where I feel comfortable and have a sense of belonging, which helps enhance my college experience. I believe that college is truly what you make of it. If you surround yourself with people who make it enjoyable, that’s the perspective you’ll carry throughout your college years. For example, in my BIO 1101 class, I’ve made a friend with whom I regularly discuss the material. We support each other, ensuring we both succeed. Building understanding and friendships in the same field makes navigating college much more rewarding.
As I prepare to become a City Tech student, I’m feeling a mix of excitement and a little bit of nervousness. I can’t help but wonder if I’ll adjust to the new academic challenges, but I know that’s just me overthinking since I’m doing well in all my classes so far. To ease my worries, I’ve been taking some steps to prepare. I’ve been learning more about my program and checking out the courses I’ll be taking in the future. It’s been interesting to discover what’s ahead, and I’ve also explored the resources available to help me along the way.
…..Share your own story of preparing to be a college student
When preparing to become a college student I feel like I wasn’t really prepared. I always knew that I wanted to college, so I feel like I never felt that excitement. I only felt nervous before and on my first day of school. During the summer I came on multiple days and talked to the staff and even some peers just to know around. I had a lot of resources being emailed to me and came for 4 days for a first-year program about Math1275. I looked a lot into the programs before coming into college and view classes I needed to take. I was also connected to a Bridge coach and did a lot of calls and asked a lot of questions about FAFSA and TAP and it helped a lot starting college!
I’m preparing to become a City Tech student by getting myself familiarized with the community and resources. During the summer, I took a math and city tech workshop for a week, and I say it helped me a lot in getting to know the experience of being a student at City Tech. During that workshop, I got to log into my city tech email and make a brightspace and an open lab account. I reviewed basic algebra, which helped me remember all the stuff I needed to prepare for my math class. I also ensure I stay on top of my work and stay organized. I got my city tech ID early, that way I didn’t have to wait in those long lines and be late to class. I was a bit nervous for the first day, but I was glad I took the time to prepare during the summer and get to know all the different buildings and where everything is.
I am preparing to become a City Tech student by checking all my emails and taking advantage of all the resources city tech has available. I try not to worry about how anxious and unsure I am throughout this transition since I know that these feelings won’t help me get to where I want to be in a few years.
I’m preparing to become a City Tech student by reaching out and looking at all my resources on the City Tech Website. I also go in person to the student center and star center to get my questions answered. I also believe that this workshop is helping me become a better City Tech student. Overall, all the resources have help me feel more comfortable and less alone in college.
I’m preparing to become a City Tech student by finding the right classes for me to take. I’m also trying to sort out financial aid so that I won’t have to pay out of pocket for tuition. But I would go and figure it out by asking the financial aid office and see what I could do. I feel that I’m falling behind in a way that I don’t know who my advisor is and etc, but I just need to be more on top of my work for now.
I m preparing to become a CityTech student by adjusting to the academic changes. Once it was time for me to come to college I couldn’t help it be nervous because I new I was going to be so different then high school.But I can’t help it wonder what’s up next during my college years.
I am preparing for college, I just recently find out that how to get into Rad Tech major, so I just have to do a few more steps to get in touch with Rad major people. What I learn is if student are wanting to get into a major in college, they must have to ask the information, and find an advisor and know where to find advisor.
I’m preparing to be a City Tech student by trying to adjusting to the courses that it takes to become a nurse.When I first entered college I was nervous and exited at the same time because it was going to be a new experience compare to high school but it was nervous because you don’t know anyone and it was going to be a whole different chapter. But I have realized that its important to be friends with people that are really trying to success in life so both can be successful.
I already knew being a college student won’t be the same as a high school student, it would’ve been more challenging.To prepare my self I made sure I first made sure to give my self a goal. But I’m still struggling with school work.I try to get contact with my teachers if I need any help
As I prepare to be a City Tech student, I find myself reflecting on the transition ahead, and the mix of emotions that comes with excitement, curiosity, and a touch of nervousness. It’s a big change, and I know it’s normal to feel this way. The road to becoming a student at City Tech has been both exciting and a bit overwhelming at times
In Session Eight, I learned a lot about how important it is to plan out my course schedule carefully and how to navigate the advisement and registration process effectively.One practice that I’m definitely going to use in my own advisement and registration process is making a list of my goals and priorities before meeting with an advisor. I learned that it’s a good idea to come prepared with specific questions or concerns about my academic path, as well as a rough idea of what courses I might want to take.
To prepare myself, I made sure I first made sure to give myself a goal.because i knew college wouldn’t be the same as high school, where many people are looking out for u.I learned that it’s a good idea to come prepared with specific questions or concerns
When i was preparing for college, i was readying my mind for the loneliest and longest four years of my life to ensure I wouldn’t get disappointed. I believe that my method of prepping was successful because I’m actually enjoying school at the moment, and it’s not even about the friends I’m making. Im enjoying what I’m learning too. I feel as though my preparation was non conventional but it worked for me.
highschool did not prepare me for college or teach me the basic stuff about college and I did not take high school seriously, when I got into college I had to start studying, get to class on time, and make sure to submit all the homework I got on time.
I’m preparing to enroll at City Tech by becoming acquainted with the community and available resources. I took part in a math and City Tech workshop for a week during the summer, which I think really helped me grasp what it’s like to be a City Tech student. In that workshop, I was able to access my City Tech email and create accounts on Brightspace and Open Lab. I went over basic algebra once more to help me remember everything I needed to know for my math class. Additionally, I take care to stay organized and stay on top of my work.
I prepare to be a college student by surrounding myself with students that are almost in the same path as I am. It makes me feel less lonely and actually like to come to school. Also by making the most of the resources provided by the school bc they’re free at the end of the day and not many people have the privilege to say their school helps them in so many ways.
Getting ready to be a City Tech student in the Rad Tech major has been a lot. It has been a different type of experience and nerve racking. I’ve been preparing by learning about the program and building good habits. I try to think of what skills I might need like being detailed and communicating well. I also worked on managing my time because I know I’ll need to balance classes, work, and studying. I was worried aboutbut I’ve taken steps to meet people. I reached out to students in the program online and plan to join study groups and campus events to connect with others. Preparing like this has made me feel more confident. I’m excited to learn, meet new people, and find my place at City Tech.
I am preparing to become a student at City Tech by familiarizing myself with the community and available resources. Over the summer, I attended a 3 week math and City Tech workshop, which greatly helped me understand what it’s like to be a City Tech student. During the workshop, I successfully logged into my City Tech email and created both Brightspace and OpenLab accounts. I also got my City Tech ID early, allowing me to avoid long lines and ensuring I won’t be late to class. Additionally, I joined City Tech group chats to connect with classmates and others, making it easier to get to know the community.