Adulting
What is the term for a legal agreement to rent a place to live?
Lease
What is the recommended amount of sleep for young adults?
7-9 hours
What is one way to make new friends in college?
Joining clubs or organizations
What is the difference between a debit card and a credit card?
A debit card uses your own money, while a credit card is borrowed money
What is one tool you can use to keep track of your tasks?
Planner, digital calendar
Name one essential skill to have when living independently.
Cooking, budgeting, or cleaning
Name a benefit of regular exercise.
What is a syllabus?
A document outlining course content and requirements
What does it mean to "live within your means"?
Spending less than or equal to your income
What does the term "prioritizing" mean in time management?
Arranging tasks by their importance
What documents are typically required to apply for a job?
Resume and cover letter
What is a healthy way to cope with stress?
Meditation, journaling, listening to music, etc.
What is a benefit of attending office hours?
Getting help from professors
What is an emergency fund?
Savings set aside for unexpected expenses
What is a common time-wasting activity students should minimize?
Excessive social media
What are the steps for doing laundry?
Separate clothes, put in washer, add laundry detergent, move to dryer, clean out dryer lint, dry, fold put away.
How often should you have a check-up with a healthcare provider?
At least once a year
True or False: Most campuses have medical offices on campus, which are free or significantly reduced cost for students.
True!
What is a financial aid package?
A combination of grants, loans, and scholarships offered to a student
Name one technique for staying focused while studying.
Listening to music, taking breaks, having snacks and water nearby.
What is the purpose of a personal budget?
To track income and expenses.
What is the average recommended daily intake of water for adults?
2 liters or 8 cups?
Name one strategy for effective studying.
Study schedule, study groups, recording and rewriting.
If you take out student loans, when do you have to start repaying them?
6 months after graduating from college
What is the first step in effective time management?
Setting clear goals!