<p>Have a minute for timely advice? By EducationQuest Foundation</p><p>Many college students will tell you that a lack of structure and poor time management nearly led to their demise during their freshman year. Heed their warning and follow their “timely” advice:</p><p>Go to class! It’s better to hear class information first-hand rather than trying to track down lecture notes later.</p><p>Use a planner every day. Schedule time for classes, work, studying – even socializing and exercising. </p><p>Use the class syllabus to plan your workload. Divide large projects into manageable chunks and create shorter-term deadlines.</p><p>Study in blocks of time. Plan ahead with blocks of study time separated by brief periods to rest and clear your head. </p><p>Use the time in-between classes to review for a test, copy notes from a previous class, catch up on textbook reading, conduct research, or do other homework. </p><p>Learn to say “no” to activities that will interfere with you achieving your long-term goals.</p><p>Related blog articles you are welcome to use. Please cite EducationQuest Foundation as the source.</p><p>How to organize your college schedule</p><p>Updated 7/17</p>