Adjusting to Campus Life
Feeling like you don't quite fit in on campus, especially during your first semester, is a common part of this experience
What is culture shock?
The main way Princess or Jasmin initially met people on their college campuses.
What is Orientation
These messages are sent by your college to notify you about emergencies on or near campus
What are emergency alerts?
If you're overwhelmed or homesick, today's presentation encouraged you to do this instead of handling everything alone
What is ask for help (or talk to someone you trust)?
One of the best ways to reduce feelings of isolation is to get involved in these campus opportunities
What are clubs, organizations, or campus events?
Extracurricular activities that were most meaningful to Princess or Jasmin in their college experiences
Princess: What are first-gen club, dance, volunteering (IRC)
Jasmin: What are art fellowships, singing group
This campus service can help students get safely from one location to another after dark
What is a night walking (or safe escort) service?
True or False: Counseling services are only for students experiencing a serious mental health crisis.
What is false?
Name one type of campus community mentioned in today's presentation
What are academic groups, cultural and identity centers, wellness spaces, interest-based clubs, or fraternities and sororities?
Some safety considerations that Princess or Jasmin brought up about their campus experience
What are Rides, alert systems, norms for going out. etc...
After today's hangout, you were encouraged to visit this page on your college's website to learn more about local safety resources
What is the Campus Safety page?
A campus resource mentioned that can support students during the transition to college
What is an RA, Peer Advisor, EOP advisor, Dream Center, Multicultural Center, First-Generation Club, or Counseling Services?