University of Wisconsin-River Falls Top Questions

What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

Shannon

If i where to give any advice to parents and incoming students it would be to find a college that has alot of resources and staff that are avaliable for questions. I find UWRF to be a true example of a well organized and well staffed University. Students need to know that they are cared about, and are not just be used for their money. Having many advisors and staff available for answers and help with personal needs is exactly what should be offered to college students. Also for parents this should be very comforting because they are not there for thier children so it is nice to know that they are being taken care during a time of life shaping experiences. I am not afraid to be open minded and try new things when there is a well organized staff to support me. Students need to be sure that an educated staff will be there for them to help them find the way to reach there dreams and goals. The University of Wisconsin River Falls is a perfect example of that support for students.

Tim

Make sure you know what you are looking for in a school and keep a list of the questions you know you want answered. Take a break. Take the responsibility onto yourself to get out and look into as many possible schools as you can. Take another break. Once the academic year hits, don't be afraid to meet new people. Make sure to act as strange as you normally do. There will be some who challenge your beliefs. Remember to stay humane while questioning their opinion and make sure you have evidence for your own. For sanities sake, take another break. Do your class work until you can explain it to someone without hesitating. Take a nap. Get involved with your school, if you don't like what there is to offer than start something new. College has one of the largest webs of potential opportunity per square foot there is. Take as much of it away with you as you can hold. Take another break. Remember to write things down including the date. Your friends will be important to stay sane, but how you juggle your free time will make the difference when tomorrow turns into yesterday.