5 Things Every College Student Should Know: Wellness

“I was constantly feeling unsure of what class to take, and anxious as to if my classes would transfer to my major once I got to UMBC,” she says. “Honestly I was just not sure how ‘college’ worked, and I did not have a concrete idea of an outline for my next four years.”

UMBC is known for being a champion of students from all backgrounds, so it’s no surprise to find that first generation college students make up approximately 25 percent of the current student body—or that UMBC would be a huge draw for faculty and staff who come from very similar backgrounds. Fueled by their own experiences, they created the First Generation Network, resulting in programming—covering everything from social skills to financial aid to planning for grad school—and research, and a community truly dedicated to the success of first generation students..." Read more

Office Hours are a time each week set aside by faculty and sometimes program staff for students to come to their offices.  It’s a time to ask questions about lecture and assignments, general course content or to get more information about the field you are studying. Office hours also allow faculty to get to know you better, which can benefit you should you need a recommendation from them later.

5 Things All College Students Need to Know: Academic Resources

• Organization
• Time management
• Study skills
• Working with instructors and other students
  

Dr. Delana Gregg

Director of Academic Learning Resources, Assessment, and Analysis
    Academic Success Center
    delana1@umbc.edu