Any advice for going to college in the fall?

[MinnieMousse]

Hi everyone! I’m looking forward to starting university in the fall and I was just wondering what the best advice for being successful in college is. I’ll be going into a nursing career, so I just want to do the best I can. Any advice or tips would be amazing and greatly appreciated!

[BetaBucks]

Unstable relationships will destroy your focus. Get a steady partner, or stay celibate.

There's almost no safe way to do drugs, but IF you do, use fentanyl test strips, use less than the people around you, and keep narcan/naloxone around for emergencies.

Don't feel like you need to overwhelm yourself with courses for the first semester. It's tempting, but the adjustment is hard enough, so a lighter load might be better for your sanity and overall odds of not dropping out.

Extracurricular groups (I don't know what to really call these) can be a ton of fun and a great way to meet decent people. Clubs, groups, sports, etc... All healthy.

If you don't end up having to walk a lot, take advantage of the gym. It will keep you healthy as you get into the more sedentary lifestyle after high school.

[MinnieMousse]

Oh I don’t plan on doing drugs or having risky relationships, haha. I think the clubs idea and maybe a lighter schedule does make sense though. Thanks for the ideas too.

[BetaBucks]

No problem and good luck!

[abc3643]

There are quite a few medical study sites although I can't find the ones that I've used at the moment. However, I have learned a lot from Dr. James Gill in the UK.
https://www.youtube.com/@DrJamesGill

[abc3643]

A good way to get started is to learn anatomy and vocabulary.
For instance, mastering the directions.
So words groups like:
Distal, Intermediate, Proximal
Palmar, Plantar
Dorsal, Ventral
Anterior, Posterior
Lateral, Medial
Superior, Inferior

Learn Latin if you can since many things in biology and medicine are based on Latin naming conventions.

Learn the bones and terms associated with bones and other body parts.
Fossa
Process
Condyle
Protuberance
Tuberosity
Notch
Malleolus
Crest
Eminence

Anatomy and vocabulary are the best way to get started and it's easier than you'd think although it is a lot of memorization, but you will get it.

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Here's an example of a medical study website.
https://www.theskeletalsystem.net/

[MinnieMousse]

Thanks! I’ll definitely check those out and start studying the anatomy and vocabulary too. It might be useful to get a head start anyways.

[abc3643]

Welcome to "G@G" (that's how we write Girls Ask Guys), by the way. If there's anything that I can do to help, let me know.

[MinnieMousse]

Thanks! I’ll let you know for sure :)

[abc3643]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_ItOA8QxWc

[NathanDavis]

if you love the idea of a nursing career... then you're half way done

other than that, really REALLY watch your own health, eat well... eat healthy, drink a lot of water, not alcohol... and sleep as much as possible

best to make of this a habit as earlier as possible, especially if you're going to become a nurse... lol

[MinnieMousse]

Thanks! I already try to be as health conscious as possible and watch my weight and how much I eat and sleep too.

I know how often and hard nurses work, so I know it’s going to take a lot of determination but I’m going to try my best! 😊

[NathanDavis]

also... try to get a new laptop, if your current one is not so new, nor in good shape

because you're going to be studying a lot, and you better have a comfortable, reliable one too...

[MinnieMousse]

That’s a good point too. Unfortunately my old laptop isn’t that new and I even think the service runs out in November 😆

So I’ll just work some overtime and try to pay for a brand new one before college starts up.

[NathanDavis]

is it a Chromebook? definitely get a Windows one...

[MinnieMousse]

I think it’s a Windows 11, but I’d have to double check. I haven’t used it in a bit

[NathanDavis]

okay, last one... piece of advice, lol

PRIORITIZE YOURSELF... studies wise, focus on your own studies first and pulling your own weight, because sometimes you start to make good acquaintances and good friends, and sometimes... some of them do want you to help them a lot, with their studies, and their practicing, your notes, homework, exams and what not...

and sometimes, because we're nice and helpful, we say yes.. first, and it can go well and we might not mind it either, but other times... it doesn't go that well, and it becomes a chore, a task, and sometimes a burden on you, so...

if the time comes in which you're too busy, too stressed or just don't have the time or energy, then make sure you know how to be nice to also say sorry, I can't do it this time...

you come first, you come second, you come third... and then all your friends, yes... lol

[MinnieMousse]

Thanks! That’s actually what I needed to hear the most. My biggest weakness is always saying yes to people and trying to be a people pleaser.

I’ll definitely try to prioritize myself as much as I can though too. 😊

[NathanDavis]

best of luck (=

[MinnieMousse]

Thank you! I appreciate it! 😊

[dustybiker2]

Have fun, just remember to keep balance.

[MinnieMousse]

Thanks! I’ll try my best for sure

[christheman1]

Where you studying?

[MinnieMousse]

I’ll be studying at the University of Washington, they have really good nursing programs there and I think I make the cost work too.

[christheman1]

I didn’t study personally but I work alongside a lot of students. Get your head stuck in but don’t forget to have fun as well

[MinnieMousse]

Thanks! I’ll try to balance the work and fun

[christheman1]

It’s so important. Look after yourself though and don’t do anything too nuts

[christheman1]

Because I have some crazy shit stories 😂

[christheman1]

Clubs are fun though

[Anonymous]

Just focusing on your studies stay away from party people they are a distraction

[Jess014]

Study hard and stay away from drugs