How to Be a Successful Student

1. Attend class regularly and on time. If you miss a session, you are obligated to let the instructor know why, and your reasons should be legitimate and reasonable. Get all the assignments you may have missed and find out what material was specifically covered in class.

2. It is your responsibility to inform your instructor you will be missing class because of an athletic event. Instructors are not required to make provisions for any make-up tests or assignments if you do not make contact before missing classes.

3. Participate in class. Speak up in class, ask questions and, most of all, pay attention.

4. Visit your instructor or counselor. See your instructor before or after class about grades, comments made on a paper or upcoming tests. Your counselor can help you if you should encounter any personal or academic problems.

5. Turn in assignments on time. Make sure your assignment looks neat and sharp. Take the time to produce a final product that looks good and shows a caring attitude and pride in your work.

6. Earn extra credit if offered. Demonstrate that you care about your grades and are willing to work to improve them. Do optional work assignments that many students pass up. Extra-credit assignments and projects can mean the difference between a C and a B. Instructors are not obligated to assign extra work, but if they offer it, take advantage of the situation.