These tips are passed down from UI seniors to incoming students who are new to our campus.

• Time management is key so try to master it early.
• Study abroad if you can and don’t make excuses not to.
• .Study away from other people and distractions in a quiet area. Turn off your cellphone while studying and stay off of social media.
• Take advantage of the breaks that you have between classes to get things done and be productive.
• Pursue your passion, not what will make money.
• Try to disperse your hardest classes by semester so that you are not struggling to do them all in one.
• Get to know your academic advisor and professors. It is a great way to show that you care about your classes as well as helpful for recommendation letters down the road.