Agenda

Today’s class meeting is a discussion of what it means to be a college student.

Here are some possible discussion questions:

Why are you here?
What are you most excited about?
What are you most apprehensive about?
What is the purpose of a college education?
What is learning?
What is teaching?
Are grades important?
How is being a college student different than being a high school student?
What is the workload for a college course?
How do I choose a major or change my major?
How can I manage my time, and balance my coursework with other activities?
What kinds of study skills are important in college?
What are some pitfalls I should avoid in order to be successful?
What resources are available if I need help with my coursework?
What resources are available if I’m having problems?

Get ready

Get ready Think about these questions, and come to class prepared to discuss ways of answering them.