TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101 TOOLS FOR STUDENT

TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101

TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101 CHAPTER 1: Discover Grambling State University (Historical Milestones)

1. Name the first president of Grambling State University. 2. Name the year in which Grambling State University was founded was. 3. What was the name of Grambling’s legendary football coach who coached for 57 years? 4. Discuss the definition of the GSU Code of Student Conduct 5. What is the Alma Mater? 6. What are the school colors? 7. What is the school motto? 8. What is the Grambling fight song? 9. What is the school mascot? 10. What is the title of the Black National Anthem?

Founder’s Home – built in 1935; prior to living in this home, the Adams’ Family home was in the vicinity of his bust behind Lee Hall. Renovations of this home were completed in 2006; beautiful, very peaceful home, but no electricity at this time. Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center named for legendary Basketball Coach at GSU. Coach Hobdy came to GSU as a freshman in 1942 and was named Men’s Head Basketball Coach in 1956. His teams won many championships, and several players went on to play in the NBA…. . including Willis Reed, Robert Hopkins, Larry Wright, and Aaron James. Coach Hobdy died in December 1998. The Foyer in the Assembly Center is named for his wonderful wife, Mrs. Mary Hobdy, who served as Executive Assistant to the President for many years.

Conrad Hutchinson Jr. Performing Arts Center is named for the Legendary Tiger Marching Band Director Conrad Hutchinson, Jr. It was under Mr. Hutchinson’s leadership that the band became internationally known. During his tenure as band director, the band performed in many bowl games, parades, and even performed in Japan and Hawaii. The Tiger Marching Band performed in the first Super Bowl in January 1967 in Los Angeles, CA. Mr. Hutchinson died in March 1996. President Warrick’s Home – built in 1984; our third President – Dr. Joseph B. Johnson and his family were the first to live there. The former President’s home (where President Ralph Waldo Emerson Jones and Dr. Johnson and family lived prior to completion of this home) is located on Main Street between the Judicial Affairs Office and the Student Union. It is now the home of the Purchasing Office.

Original Dormitories……. can see the back of the Assembly Center…. students had to walk a long way to class. GSU West Campus R. W. E. Jones Annex……Grambling State University West Campus R. W. E. Jones Annex (formerly known as Ruston State School and/or Ruston Developmental Center) is located approximately 2. 3 miles west of Grambling State University’s Main Campus. The property sits on 157 acres and comprises 47 buildings with approximately 26 usable buildings for residential, administrative, academic, and maintenance functions. May 27, 1947, Camp Ruston was formally transferred to the state of Louisiana for use as a tuberculosis hospital. July, 1959, the camp was reopened as the Ruston State School for the developmentally disabled and was in operation until 2009. It is currently Grambling State University West Campus R. W. E. Jones Annex. Click this address for more information: http: //www. llaonline. org/ne/lla 2012/campruston. pdf

Original Marker……Liberty Hill Baptist Association……where GSU began in 1901 as The Colored Industrial and Agricultural School Gravesite of Mr. Adams…. . died on June 27, 1961……. Mrs. Martha Adams and all four sons Charles P. , Jr. , Edward, Henry, and Ralph are buried here, also. The daughters (Fidelia and Theresa) are buried in the Grambling Memorial Garden on Hwy 80. Founder’s Bust – commemorates our founder, Mr. Charles P. Adams and was unveiled in September of 1947……Mrs. Ruby Billups was a freshman at this time. There was a big ceremony in the Men’s Gym which is now the Eddie G. Robinson Museum – Completed in February 2010; grand opening on February 13, 2010 which would have been Coach Robinson’s 91 st birthday. This facility was formerly the Main Gym where all activities including graduations were held.

TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101 CHAPTER 2: Making the classroom work for you

What’s In It for You? • Being Prepared • Know What the Class Is About • Ready to Work • The Importance of Class Attendance • Get There Early • When You Miss a Class • Classroom Etiquette • Tips for Being Courteous in the Classroom • Class Participation • Tips for Participating in the Classroom • Classroom Expectations: Yours and Your Instructor's • Your Expectations • Your Instructor's Expectations

• The Connection Between Class and Work Expectations • Adapting to the Classroom: Your Learning Style and Instructors' Teaching Modes • Learning Styles • Tips for Making the Most of Your Preferred Learning Style • Your Instructor's Teaching Mode • Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Instructor's Teaching Mode • Compensating for Learning Disorders and Difficulties

• • • Learning Assistance Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) Tips for Managing Attention Deficit Disorder Active Learning Beyond the Classroom Tips for Learning Outside the Classroom Making a Comeback When You Need To

TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101 CHAPTER 3: BECOMING A SUCCESSFUL STUDENT

What’s In It for You? • • Your own vision of success. Strategies for accomplishing goals. How to boost your self-esteem. How to create positive self-talk to motivate yourself. The importance of creating a successful self-image. How to develop support systems and inspiration. Tips to improve your self-discipline. Strategies for creative problem solving and decision making.

• Thinking About Success q How motivated are you? q Your own visions of success q Keep your eyes on the prize q You can get there from here q Be your own guide q Visualize yourself as a successful person • Goals and Motivation in College q Remember the Small Goals q Make Time for Fun

• Boosting Your Self-Esteem to Boost College Success q Creating Positive Self-Talk to Achieve Goals q Developing Positive Self-Talk for Motivation q Recognize Past Successes and Your Capabilities • Creating a Successful Self-image q Concentrate on What You Do Well q Build on Your Strengths q Accept Your Weaknesses q Take Credit for What You've Learned q Picture Yourself Succeeding

• Finding Support and Inspiration q Finding a Support System q Friends and Family As Support q Finding Role Models • Developing Self-Discipline q Staying on Track q Making It Happen q Creative Problem Solving and Decision Making

• Six Strategies for Creative Problem Solving and Decision Making 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Problem Analysis – What exactly is the problem Possible Solutions – Brainstorm the possibilities Evaluate the possibilities Develop a specific plan Put your plan into action but be flexible, focused, persistent, and committed 6. Evaluate the plan

TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101 CHAPTER 4: MAKING TIME WORK FOR YOU

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU • The rewards of time management • Your time wasters and the importance of eliminating unnecessary activities • Tips to mange your time and set priorities • Methods for creating the best schedule for you • Tips to help you save time

THE REWARDS OF TIME MANAGEMENT • • Less stress More work done Better control Improved quality of life Better self-image Quicker promotions Better grades

UNCOVERING YOUR TIME WASTERS • Time wasters are those things that you spend time on that you really wouldn’t miss if they were cut back or eliminated. • To find out your time wasters, determine what you’re spending your time on…

WHERE DOES THE TIME GO? • Establish habits to make your time productive • Develop a time inventory list • Develop a time monitor chart Take control of how you ACTUALLY spend time and how you WANT to spend time!

WHERE DOES THE TIME GO? (continued) • Develop a time inventory list School assignments Television Classes Children Job Sleep Friends Relationships/dating Recreation Religion/faith Exercise Cleaning Eating/nutrition Family (siblings, parents, spouse) Meal preparation Leisure activities Reading for enjoyment Shopping, running errands Organizations/clubs Medical/dental appointments Creative activities Helping others Driving/commuting Social Media (phone, Face. Book, Texting, Instragram) Sports Home maintenance Relaxation Car repair Practicing (band, football, track, etc) Other (+) too much time (-) not enough time (!) Just right

WHERE DOES THE TIME GO? (continued) • Develop a time monitor chart ACTIVITIES Sleeping Eating Studying Listening to music Talking to friends Relaxation Job/work Other: MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN ACTIVITY TOTAL

MANAGING YOUR TIME • Determine what’s important to you • Do the important things first • • • Does it really have to be done What happens if I never do it? If the task is too big, can it be broken up into smaller bits? Is it really part of my job? Is it important to my job/organization/me? How important is it to my grade? How long will this assignment/activity take? If I don’t do it now, will I be sorry later? Should I do this myself or can others help? Can it be delegated to someone else?

SCHEDULING YOUR TIME • Study during your “peak” time • Use the small blocks of free time between classes or waiting time • Review your notes just before class that requires you to recite or discuss material • Review your notes as soon as possible after a lecture to help retain and understand • As a rule of thumb, study 2 -3 hours for every hour of class • Schedule study breaks • Allow adequate time for sleep • Start long projects early

CREATING THE BEST SCHEDULE FOR YOU • • Develop a weekly schedule Develop a daily planning “TO DO LIST” Develop a weekly assignment schedule Develop a schedule for long-term assignments (curriculum plan) STICK TO YOUR SCHEDULE!

AVOID PROCRASTINATION • Focus on the positive • Think of the rewards • Break down the assignment and list the steps for completing it • Visualize yourself doing the task • Visualize yourself completing the task • Go to a quiet place to study where you won’t be tempted by distractions

TIPS FOR SAVING TIME • • Only use the schedules that work for you Set time limits on projects Be flexible in your scheduling Study on the run by keeping your notes with you Listen to recorded lectures or tutoring tapes Try reciting information Attach index cards with terms and formulas to the wall and mirror • Learn to say NO to un-needed activities • Get up 15 minutes earlier than usual • Allow 15 minutes to get to appointments

TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101 CHAPTER 5: Improving your memory and learning skills

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? § How to improve your concentration and memory § Techniques to help and learn while you read your assignments § Strategies for reading math and science § Self-talk that helps you take charge of your learning

LEARNING HOW TO LEARN § Finding your learning strengths I enjoy studying and learning I can concentrate on reading for long periods I remember details I read I remember details that I hear in class discussions I remember details that I hear in class lectures I am able to find the main points in a textbook reading I am able to summarize a reading in a single paragraph I take comprehensive notes on all important points in a reading I am able to make sense of math readings I am able to make sense of readings in science § 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 Using positive self-talk Replace negative thoughts with positives ones that will help you reach you goal! 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 5

IMPROVING YOUR CONCENTRATION Eliminating External Distractions § External distractions are those things around you that disrupt your concentration while studying. § You want your study area to be pleasant and convenient and free from distractions. § Don’t tell anyone where you’re studying if you really want to get work done.

Tips for Creating a Good Study Environment § § § Keep the room temperature comfortable Keep supplies within reach Study in a comfortable chair or desk Sit straight for better concentration Make sure you have plenty of bright light Make sure your study area has adequate ventilation Noise is the most common and serious distraction. Eliminate such background noise as television, conversation, and music.

Eliminating Internal Distractions: test anxiety – financial worries – daydreams – forgetfulness – disappointments… Tips for eliminating internal distractions § § § § Use positive self-talk Make notes to yourself Set realistic goals To maintain concentration, study often but at shorter periods of time Take frequent breaks Plan rewards Establish a routine Bring interest in the material and a sense of purpose

How is your memory now? • • • What do you forget the most? What do you always remember? What techniques do you use to remember something special? We're Born to Learn! The brain has in innate and natural learning process!

Six Memory Techniques 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Understanding Association Recitation and Recall Organizing Information Visualization Test Yourself

GETTING MORE OUT OF READING (STUDY READING METHODS) SQ 3 R Survey – Question – Read – Recite – Review PQRST Preview – Question – Read – Self-recite – Test When to Use SQ 3 R or PRQRT FIND OUT WHAT WORKS BEST FOR YOU!

MATH: THE DREADED FOUR-LETTER WORD! REALIZE THAT ACROSS THE NATION, ALMOST 60 PERCENT OF ALL COLLEGE STUDENTS ARE ENROLLED IN DEVELOPMENTAL / REMEDIAL OR TRANSITIONAL MATH COURSES TO PREPARE FOR COLLEGE-LEVEL MATH IS ONE OF THE LEADING CAUSES OF FAILURE AND DROPOUT IN COLLEGE. BUT THERE’S HELP!

§ Tips for Math Success… page 155 § Tips for Conquering Math Test Anxiety … page 156 § Adopting Strategies to Put Muscle into Your Math Reading … page 156 § Reading in Science and Technical Books … page 158 § Reading Graphics … page 159 -162 § Challenging Your Own Study Traps … page 162 -163

TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101 CHAPTER 6: Listening actively and taking good notes

What’s In It for You? • Listening Actively • Tips for Active Listening in the Classroom • Taking Notes • Note taking Formats • Highlights • Discussion Questions • Activities • Practicing for Academic Success • Practicing for Career Success • Practicing for Personal Success • In Your Own Words

TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101 CHAPTER 7: Developing testtaking skills

• • • What’s In It for You? Preparing for Tests Getting Started Prepare Study Materials Rehearse Your Performance How to Predict Test Questions Making It a Group Effort Cramming—Your Last Resort Tips for Last Resort Cramming Down the Home Stretch Taking Objective Tests True-False Questions

• • • • Multiple Choice Questions Tips for Answering Multiple Choice Questions Matching Questions Fill-in-the-Blank Questions Essay Tests Answering the Questions Tips for Answering Essay Questions Short Answer Questions Just When You Think It's Safe to Leave Preparing for Final Exams Getting Feedback Overcoming Test Anxiety Be Prepared

• • • Positive Self-Talk Visualization Relaxation Tips for Combating Test Anxiety Highlights Discussion Questions Activities Practicing for Academic Success Practicing for Career Success Practicing for Personal Success In Your Own Words

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