Stephen F. Austin State University

Lumberjack to do list

  1. Go to class!
  2. Get to know professors by visiting them during office hours.
  3. Take advantage of free tutoring at the AARC.
  4. Get to know your roommate and others in your residence hall.
  5. Get organized.
  6. Find the ideal place to study.
  7. Become an expert on course requirements and due dates.
  8. Get to know your academic advisor.
  9. Strive for good grades.
  10. Make time for you.
  11. Make connections with students in your classes.
  12. Understand the services provided by Career Services.
  13. Don't procrastinate; prioritize your life.
  14. Support SFA Athletics and participate in Spirit Fridays.
  15. Set goals.
  16. Keep track of your money.
  17. Make a note of all the resources SFA has to offer for now and future use.
  18. Make a connection between in and out of the classroom experiences.
  19. Study hard, play smart.
  20. Join an organization.
  21. Utilize Campus Recreation.
  22. Avoid parking tickets!!!
  23. Final Words of Advice:
    You've done all the prep work -- you've gotten good grades in high school, scored well on a standardized test, and have been accepted at SFA -- so enjoy all your hard work while laying the groundwork for a successful college career. Don't be a statistic; be determined to make it through your freshman year -- and beyond. Take advantage of your network of new friends and professors, have fun while learning as much as you can, and get the most out of your college experience.