20 January, 2017

The Good Start Team want to help you get off on the right foot this semester, so they have put together few tips that will help make getting out of bed to be on time for that 9am lecture that little bit easier.

Get into the habit of your new timetable

Getting back into the swing of going to classes after being away from college for the Christmas holidays can be hard work. Set your alarm to get up at the same time every day, eat at the same times every day, attend your classes, try to get into a good routine as early as possible  this semester.

Fuel your brain

Cut back on junk food and sugary snacks and drinks. By eating lots of fresh food and veggies you’ll be able to focus and stay alert in class. If you prep your lunch the night before and bring it with you to college, you’ll probably end up saving some cash too. Win, win.

 Sleep

Socialising and catching up with your friends will be all you’ll want to do during the first few weeks of the semester. Arrange to meet them after class or hang out early in the evenings. Late nights will make you really tired and lazy the next day. Our bodies need 7-9 hours to sleep in order to function properly. If you find it hard getting into a sleep routine try setting a bedtime alarm and aim to go to sleep at a similar time every night.

“I like to move it, move it”

Exercising is a great way to combat stress, and let’s face it going to college is stressful. Keep up with your exercise routine or take up something new this semester. The CIT gym is free for all full time students, there are lots of really nice walks around the CIT campuses as well lots of sports clubs you could join. There’s no excuse not to get moving. You’ll feel better afterwards.

Set some goals

New semester, new start! This is a whole new semester for you to get the most out of your college experience. Do you want to do better in your assignments? Join some clubs or societies? Get healthier? Set some goals, write them down and make this semester your best one yet.

Going to college is about getting a good degree and ultimately starting off your career to enable you to get a good job when you’re finished. Get off to a Good Start this semester and make the most of your time here. College years are the best years of your life.