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Survival Guide ncssm survival guide dazed expression: courtesy of physics - result of too many sleepless nights 9 rash from some funky biology germs I trusty TI: memory just clearedl emaciated body: courtesy of PFM hands crippled by premature arthritis from typing too many labs wallet: completely empty, except for something called a "driver's license" what is it for? who knows. clothes that haven't been washed since last extended or longer Editor's Note: Her* It Ufoilw, all the answers you've been searching for! The secrets of life! Well, okay, only the secrete of life at S&M. But stfll, they are pretty useful. I hope this guide comes in handy for all who find themselves lost in the savage jungles of S&M. While I can't assure yon that this hook will get you oat of any .mess that you might encounter, it might make life slightly simpler. All of the insider info was supplied by students who had to learn it the heard way, so you wouldn't have to. Thanks go to the Class of 1993 who donated their wisdom to this guide, particularly Beth Glenn. Amy Plant NCSSM Survival Guide FINDING YOUR WAY THROUGH THE GUIDE HOT TIPS - Places to Eat - Good Habits - Bad Habits - Free Time Activities STAFF PHOTOS AND SELF-DESCRIPTIONS - Mathematics and Computer Science Department - Science Department - Humanities Department - Administration and Admissions - Registrar and Library - Media and Student Life - Student Life Instructors - Security - Cafeteria and Health Services - Operations and Communications - Computer Center and Personnel - Business Office - Maintenance - Maintenance and Grounds Maintenance - Housekeeping - Development - SPIRE (Special Programs, Institutional Research and Evaluation) Survival Guide NCSSM PLACES TO EAT Price Range: Q<$8 oa $8-$ 12 QQO Bring the plggybank This list was compiled by a survey of students and their favorite eating places. It is not an Getting There: Walk* Ride O Delivery T endorsement by NCSSM of any of them nor is Type of Pood: • Ethnic X Dessert» Sit-down wFast it meant to be a complete list Transport Money Type of Food Ninth Street: Ninth Street Bakery • X Ninth Street Bar and Grille • n Bread and Board Cafe • Mia Pizzeria • • Bruegger's Bagel Bakery • • X Barm's Cuisine • Q • Magnolia Grille • •QQ •a McDonald's Drugstore (shakes and drinks) • • X Pizza Transit Authority • Waffle House O • Pizza Palace T Hari Krishna Diner at Duke O McDonalds o • Subway • • Hardee's • • Kentucky Fried Chicken o • Dog House • • Pizza Inn o Ruby Tuesday • OQ Spaghetti Works o Wild Bulls • Pizza Hut o Pizza Post T Annabelle's o Chocolate Smiles • Q Burger King o • Flipper's Bar and Grille • Francesca's • • Domino's T Honey's o Q Darryl's o Acropoli Pizza o • Spinnaker's o TCBY • X Greenfields o » Chili's o • Tijuana Fats o • Northgate Food Court • NCSSM Survival Guide GOOD HABITS Schoolwork Personal Measures Start homework ASAP Schedule time for sleep Take notes on graphing paper Set aside free time Learn SOME computer inside and out Exercise Study in groups Read all signs Write everything down Set your alarm earlier than you plan to wake up Know teachers'/Student Life Instructors' expectation of Relax a little everyday you and insist on consistency and explanations Work out — it helps to discipline you and organize your time Clean your room when studying stops being productive Budget your money Prioritize and know how to say NO -- being overextended Try to keep a consistent bedtime and wake-up time is miserable Keep it clean whenever you're doing something and Marlene Try to finish projects early or Ken is around Use the library here and at neighboring universities If you eat right you'll have more energy Review what you did in class before you do your home­ Follow the rules even if they don't seem to apply to you, but work don't be afraid to ask why Study outside your room sometimes for variety. The only dumb question is the one you didn't ask — talk a Attitude lot in classes Attitude helps you succeed here, so believe in yourself Always answer the phone - it might just be for you Be yourself and don't be shy - we are all a little strange so Better late to class than never we'll love you anyway If you plan to take an AP, study early (all year long) Accept the fact that you won't be able to do everything Don't compare yourself and your accomplishments to others — Dormlife set your own goals and standards then work to live up to Talk with Dorm Assistants them Take phone messages for your hallmates Take every opportunity to cooperate Wear pajamas that aren't revealing and that you're not Don't be afraid of the neighborhood residents ashamed of for any other reason Don't be afraid to ask for help (really, A LOT of people said Bond with and consider your hall - they're your family this) Allow privacy for yourself and others Keep promises and agree to only what you know you can do Clean your room when studying stops being productive You being your own excitement and entertainment, otherwise Do laundry late nights on weekdays the campus yields its secrets pretty quickly To be popular — do your housekeeping Be accepting of people with different backgrounds and Bring stuff and send it home in shifts interests — don't be afraid to grow Never leave your laundry in the laundry room overnight Learn to stand up and fight for what you believe in your heart Plastic shelves for the closet are very helpful is the right thing to do You don't need lots of heavy winter clothes, because you're usually inside Campus Life A wipe-off message board is very helpful Attend school activities even if they sound boring Learn to dub music from your friends Get off campus at least once a week — this place is not the entire world Relationships Give the cafeteria staff a chance — if you have complaints, Share give them reasonable suggestions to fix the problem Call home and write letters Take every opportunity to be helpful - you'll need someone to do the same for you Have an open mind Have patience and be tolerant Always be punctual Meet as many people as you can (it's easier to make friends if you don't go home on weekends) Smile at everybody and speak to everyone Stay out of quick-start romances - take time to know each other first Survival Guide NCSSM BAD HABITS Schoolwork Attitude Sleeping in class Selfishness: we all have to share part of our time and Skipping classes ourselves here Rushing through school work Disrespect of others' opinions Cramming Seeing only one opinion (yours) All nighters The idea that you're top dog academically Studying only the night before Shyness Laziness Being a slob Dorm Life Partying too hard - play but keep focused Putting off laundry Late night munching (only makes you gain weight) Addiction to the PC Reluctance to work in groups Hogging the phone Arguing Leaving clothes in the sink Gossiping Bossiness Possessiveness Relationships Racism Stereotyping Sexism Holding grudges Forgetfulness Judging by first impressions Brown nosing with staff and friends Dependence on parents Campus Life Always giving in Skipping games, dances, etc. because of work just drop in Not returning things you borrow late or leave early Spending too much money Lack of involvement in school activities Personal Matters Night Caffeine Procrastinating: "I made procrastinating a fine art and I got to come back. You'll hate yourself constantly for it, though." Staying up late just because you can Too much TV Too much card playing Sticking to a rigid schedule -- flexibility is key Skipping meals Eating too much junk food NCSSM Survival Guide FREE TIME ACTIVITIES Shopping Great Escapes (small getaways) Northgate Mall Oval Park Ninth Street Duke South Square Durham Bulls Baseball On-Campus Pleasures Movies Spades Under the Street Call a friend Eat out Read Raleigh Icecaps Write a letter Brightleaf Square Club activities Franklin Street in Chapel Hill Play an instrument Concerts Talk with friends UNC SAB activities Museum of Life and Science (free for S&Mers) Spend time with significant other NC Central University TV West Point on the Eno Durham Arts Council Sports Art Garden at Duke PEC Museum of Anthropology Work out in weight room DATA bus Aerobics at Duke Tennis courts Walking Wheels Bowling Bike Riding Jogging PLACES OF WORSHIP Baptist Latter Day Saints First Baptist of Durham Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints St. James Missionary Baptist Lutheran Westwood Baptist St. Paul's Lutheran Catholic Methodist Immaculate Conception Catholic Asbury United Methodist Church of Christ Calvary United Methodist Cole Mill Road Church of Christ Presbyterian Episcopal Blacknell Presbyterian St. Joseph's Episcopal First Presbyterian St. Luke's Episcopal Presbyterian Church of the Good Shepherd St. Phillip's Episcopal Trinity Presbyterian Islam Unitarian Mohammed's Mosque #34 Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Jewish Other Beth-El Conservative and Orthodox Synagogue Christian Faith Center (Creedmore) Judea Reform Congregation Duke Chapel (non-denominational) NC Korean Survival Guide NCSSM MATHEMATICS & COMPUTER SCIENCE Tracey Harting Enjoys gardening, cooking, reading, being outside, playing with her dogs. The Far Side. Is optimistic, open-minded, cheerful. Attended Carolina. "Reduce. Reuse. Recycle!" Jo Ann Lute Interested in tennis as well as (lower gardens, women's issues, For Better or Worse. Is honest, direct, happy. Attended University of Wisconsin- Madison, Duke. "True friends help and encourage each other to do their work and fulfill their commitments, as well as have fun with each other." Donita Robinson Enjoys weight training, counted cross stitch, cooking, Calvin & Hobbes, The Far Side.
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