Adjusting to college made easy

An article in today's online version of U.S. News & World provides African American students tips for feeling more comfortable on a primarily white college campus. I think that this is a great idea, but I would argue that the advice can be used to benefit students of all races. For most scholars, college doesn't immediately feel like home. That said, I have tweaked the list of helpful hints and included it below:

1. Identify resources

2. Immerse yourself in the campus culture

3. Attend class regularly.

4. Find a faculty mentor.

5. Find a sympathetic upperclassperson

6. Find a "cohort."

7. ...but also go outside of the "community."

8. Establish and maintain a spiritual network.

I would encourage you to read the original article for even more ideas.