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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at UAB chapter.

5 Tips for Starting a New Semester

A new semester is truly a blessing because it is a time to work on your GPA and academically be where you want to. Here are a few tips on how to take advantage of this new semester:

  1. Keeping a Positive Mindset Last year is over with, now is the time to pick yourself back up and focus on how to be great now.
  2. Be PreparedBe ready for anything and everything that may come your way this semester and be able to learn from any experience.
  3. Stay on Top of ThingsIt’s very easy to get caught up in things and start to become forgetful and behind. To avoid this, get yourself a planner, set reminders and alarms, and keep track of upcoming due dates.
  4. Stay in with family and friendsMake sure to remember to reach out to the people that are there for you and who are your best support systems, they will no doubt help get you through.
  5. Plan fun things to do during the semester.All work and no play is never a good idea. Get together with some friends and start planning fun things to do once you’re back on campus!

Good luck to everyone this semester!