2. WHAT ARE THE CHARACTERISTICS OF A
SUCCESSFUL STUDENT?
Attend Classes Regularly
Pay Attention in Class (even if it’s boring)
Participate in Class Discussions
Meet with the Instructor
Complete Work Assignments
Turn In Professional-Looking Assignments
Take Advantage of Extra Credit
Stay Organized and Productive
3. ORGANIZE YOUR LIFE!
Get a planner
Write down all obligations/commitments/events
Break down large assignments into short term goals
Schedule time to relax!
Organize a binder for each class
Assignments
Notes/PowerPoints
Homework
Projects/Papers
Essays
5. USING A PLANNER
Block out the times you are unavailable
Use your class syllabus to plan ahead and
break down assignments into manageable
pieces.
Reward yourself when you reach your goals.
Use paper clips and post it notes to attach
additional information to your planner.
Schedule times for relaxation—balance is
key!
6. PREPARING FOR CLASS
Check Blackboard™ and student email
regularly
Update your planner with new information
Keep your classwork organized and up-todate
Set aside time each week to check in with
your organization plan
16. TO SYNC YOUR GOOGLE CALENDAR WITH
CAMERON.
Create a google account. You can use an
email address from another provider.
Go into Google Calendars.
Open a second tab and go to
https://www.cameron.edu/eventcalendar
Click on the Google Calendar Icon in the
bottom right corner.
Click on the Calendars you want to add.