University students with certificates after winning a competition (photo/ capitalfm.co.ke)Joining the university has always been the dream of every student who sits for KCPE exams. They join campus having different expectation and views about the campus life they will experience. The first month in campus is especially crucial, as freshers try to adapt to the new environment with few rules and no follow-up. Here are great tips that will help all first years in campus:
Attend all the orientations
It’s particularly important that a fresher attends all orientation sessions. Orientations are aimed at introducing the first years to the campus environment, different sections of the campus, rules and the rights of students. More so, you will get to make new friends whom you will help each other in adapting to the life in campus.
Create rapport with your roommate A person you will spend most of your time with is your roommate. Whether a fellow fresher or a continuing student, create a relationship of mutual understanding and trust and agreement with your roommate. Being in good terms with your roommate is the first step in living a good life in campus.Find stuff to do when idle
It is during this first semester that students have a lot of free time. This is the time you will start building your future life in Kenya. Find cool stuff to do, especially those that have a positive impact in your life, learning a new skill. It is understood that most successful university students after university started doing their stuff in the first year.
Keep your stuff safe.
Trust no one in the university around your stuff. You don’t have to learn life the hard way by getting all your stuff stolen. Set rules with your roommate that will ensure all safety of your stuff. Lock your room when you get out, plus don’t leave your clothes on the hanging line.
Keep your faith strong
When students get to university, it’s common to see many backslide. Always remember that you will need God’s help when you are caught in a hard situation. This is the time to continue being a strong believer so that you avoid the temptations associated with campus life.