Hoo boy. Time management.
This my friends, is the skill of champions. Unlike highschool, where you HAVE to go to school at 8 a.m. College usually (thought not always) has multiple offerings of the class you want and multiple times, making it easier to pick and choose when you want to go to class. In this day and age, very few young people are early risers or morning people, so if you really hate mornings its harder to get up and go to class. I do not advise taking 8 a.m. classes ESPECIALLY if you're a commuter. There is also the fact that now you are not "Advised" to go to bed earlier than 12 at night, meaning many young college kids stay up as late as they want, and those early classes are painful. So plan on the occasional late night regardless of how early you need be up.
For time management purposes I advise you make sure you have ample sleeping time and limit the late nighters.
Secondly, if you have a part time job while in college, you have to scoop out more time for that. Employers who hire college kids know that school is the primary focus you have and will usually work around your schedule. The biggest problem with have said part time job is that it carves time out of your schedule that you can use for homework or socializing.
So a typical schedule will be 1 morning class, lunch, 1 afternoon class, (with a couple more thrown in depending on class load), work is thrown in there somewhere, and you may have at least a couple hours of Homework every night (again depending on classes). If you have a job the remaining hours of your day might face a problem, hang out with friends, or do homework. I myself have a hard time resisting the urge to socialize. Socializing isn't bad, but it can be detrimental to a GPA.
Be careful with the balancing act of homework, work, and socializing. If you are not careful, sleep and health is the first thing to go to compensate. Lack of sleep and health is very detrimental to the GPA in the long run.
Now those were the vague, typical things that occur in a typical average college experience.
I shall now cover specifics like deadlines, Church, workouts, and anything else I can come up with on my way down the page.
First of all, dum dum dum Deadlines.
Deadlines are everywhere, College is real good about giving you so much time to work on a project, paper, speech, that you forget about it shortly after it was assigned, remembering at the last minute that its due tomorrow. Murphy's Law (If it can go wrong it WILL go wrong), applies to deadlines like you wouldn't believe. If you wait till the last minute to write a paper, the computer will crash, or your friends will call you to go out.
Ideally you would do a little bit every day to spread the load, but lets face it, there's not many disciplined enough to do that. I like to get started on the project as soon as its assigned and get the groundwork laid, that way if I forget or procrastinate I don't spend any time panicking. Some people do wait until the last moment and stay up all night. It might work for you, but there are many that its really bad for their health to be stressing out all night without sleep. Even if it does work for you, I don't recommend it. Get a little done here and there that way when the inevitable invite comes you can say "yeah guys, just give me 20 minutes to finish this sucker up and I'll meet you there!"
Church is super important to me, I will always do my best to make time for Church and bible studies. I plan my homework around bible studies "Ok if I knock out half before, then I won't be up too late after". It is extremely important to carve out a time in the schedule for this because no longer are you going to Church on Wednesday nights because there's nothing else to do, or because your parents go. Now everything is up to you. Not to mention how this can cut into social life, you just have to decide what is important to you.
Workouts also take time, you either find it, or you gain the infamous Freshman 15 (although its gaining pounds itself.. like the Freshman 25 or 30) This one is a goal of mine to accomplish.
There is a story floating around on email forwards and such about how your life is a jar:
Big rocks are your God, family, work, school, health.
Medium rocks are responsibilities, chores, and friends
Small rocks are hobbies and pleasures
Sand is tv shows and other time consuming things you enjoy
+ coffee or beer depending on the version.
The point is to put in the big rocks first and the sand last, but there's still always time for a cup of coffee or a beer. I hope you choose coffee while underage ;)
Your schedule is the same thing. Put in the import stuff first and there will always be enough room for hobbies and socializing (and coffee!) Just remember if you put the small rocks and sand in first, you'll lose room for a big rock, and that will end in disaster.
Time Management is very important, and is a crucial life skill you will always use. But don't forget about the little things that will still fit in.
Go enjoy some coffee/tea/coke
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Friday, May 13, 2011
Finishing SPC
I jumped on the Blogwagon just in time to lament my leaving of South Plains College. I've made a ton of friends and surrogate family during my stay here. I want to leave a lenghty article dedicated to these people, and the things I've learned here I'm certain this wont be done in one day (I'll put in at the end how long it did take me). To begin I'll start off with professors.
John Sparks (Juan Chispas)
Sparks is an incredible teacher, he makes learning fun and easy without breaking your spirit on test day. He believes in a hands on experienced approach for teaching his Journalism subjects. This professor is very special to me as he has taught me much more than just journalism related information. John Sparks loves God and his students with all his heart and it reflects very much in the classroom. I've spent many a day in his office talking about everything from Jimmy Buffet to how much God loves everyone. I recommend that every take one class of his just to meet this guy, sadly I do believe he is retiring soon. His retirement will be a great loss to those yet to come.
Billy Alonzo (The blur)
This guy is also one of those teachers you really don't want to miss out on! Billy will teach you anything you want to learn about filming, editing, and the production side of things. He also is a believer in learning hands on and doesn't try to prove he smarter than you by creating difficult tests. Billy works you hard to get you to where you're the best you can be and he pushes you with constructive criticism. He's also quite amusing and banters with the students, very laid back and chill.
Charlie Ehrenfeld (ummm Charlie, or maybe Chawlie, or yankee)
Charlie is a nice guy who I've never had as a teacher, but I work in the communication department so I do occasionally associate with the newspaper people :) . Upon talking more with Charlie I learned that he was the editor of the paper in my home town of Denver City. Shortly after we became friends and I would join he and his print journalism crew on their weekly walk to the Baptist Student Ministry (BSM) for 50 cent lunches. Of course Charlie buys for everyone when its 50 cents. If you like newspapers, you really shouldn't miss out on his Plainsmen Press.
Gary Poffenbarger
I love Gary, he's an english/philosophy teacher with a wonderful personality. I can only wish I had taken him as I never did. Due to overcrowding in the offices Gary had to make a temporary office in the radio production room where I did all my stuff. We became friends and had many great conversations.
Dr. Job
Oh boy Spanish was a real trip with her. Fun, and extremely educational in multiple ways. Not only did I learn the language of Spanish from her, I also learned things about the various spanish speaking cultures.
A 10 hour spanish course sounds daunting, but she made it plausible and effective. (also fun)
Natalie Bryant (Natster)
Crazy goofy and very lovable speech teacher. Natalie will make you enjoy Public Speaking . She's a wonderful person.
Jay Hoes
The quite sarcastic professor who spends his office hours in his office with the lights off. We're not sure if its a hiding tactic or if its just because he likes the dark. At any rate, rarely have I ever seen someone with so quick a quip. He might not say much but if you set yourself up for a verbal take down, he will, much faster than anyone esle. This guy knows what he's doing, so any class you take from him will increase a wealth of knowlege.
Kathy Duncan
Kathy is the wondeful coordinator/secretary of the Communication building. I spent many a day chatting with Kathy when I went to get the mail for Sparks and Billy. She is a wonderful person and conversationalist, AND a very helpful person if you need anything.
Now I shall move on to the Wesley Foundation. This is the place I met almost all my friends. Bible studies, game nights, randomly going out to eat and driving waiting staff in Levelland nuts.
The Wesley is my home away from home, my Levelland family, and life at SPC wouldn't have been as rich an experience without them.
Now for a few funny memories of occurences...
The reason Billy got his "The Blur" nickname by sprinting into the studio and getting a camera into place and making it back into the control room... it took about 30 seconds.
Wesley BBQ night when we played musical chairs.
Trevor Fortner saying "MMM Kinky" after everything at the randomest times.
Walks to the BSM with Charlie and the Press Posse
Figs with Jason
Philosophy with Sparks
Billy and I finishing a Health VNR and making it hilarious with a gallon of hand sanitizer
Diss fests in Staff Class
Going to Amarillo and checking out WT and Amarillo's TV stations
Main Event Mondays with the Wesley group
Teaching Hermes how to play ____ then he wins everytime
Just Dance at the Wesley... it got intense
Making an Epic Christmas Show with Jake Bradford and Julie Fisher (found on my youtube channel http://www.youtube.com/user/reivaylor)
And many more that I can't remember.
The last 2 years have been amazing and these are the people responsible. I will truly miss this place and the people I'm leaving behind. I can only hope that my Journey in San Angelo can compare. I love you all!
Cheyenne
(ps, it took 3 days)
John Sparks (Juan Chispas)
Sparks is an incredible teacher, he makes learning fun and easy without breaking your spirit on test day. He believes in a hands on experienced approach for teaching his Journalism subjects. This professor is very special to me as he has taught me much more than just journalism related information. John Sparks loves God and his students with all his heart and it reflects very much in the classroom. I've spent many a day in his office talking about everything from Jimmy Buffet to how much God loves everyone. I recommend that every take one class of his just to meet this guy, sadly I do believe he is retiring soon. His retirement will be a great loss to those yet to come.
Billy Alonzo (The blur)
This guy is also one of those teachers you really don't want to miss out on! Billy will teach you anything you want to learn about filming, editing, and the production side of things. He also is a believer in learning hands on and doesn't try to prove he smarter than you by creating difficult tests. Billy works you hard to get you to where you're the best you can be and he pushes you with constructive criticism. He's also quite amusing and banters with the students, very laid back and chill.
Charlie Ehrenfeld (ummm Charlie, or maybe Chawlie, or yankee)
Charlie is a nice guy who I've never had as a teacher, but I work in the communication department so I do occasionally associate with the newspaper people :) . Upon talking more with Charlie I learned that he was the editor of the paper in my home town of Denver City. Shortly after we became friends and I would join he and his print journalism crew on their weekly walk to the Baptist Student Ministry (BSM) for 50 cent lunches. Of course Charlie buys for everyone when its 50 cents. If you like newspapers, you really shouldn't miss out on his Plainsmen Press.
Gary Poffenbarger
I love Gary, he's an english/philosophy teacher with a wonderful personality. I can only wish I had taken him as I never did. Due to overcrowding in the offices Gary had to make a temporary office in the radio production room where I did all my stuff. We became friends and had many great conversations.
Dr. Job
Oh boy Spanish was a real trip with her. Fun, and extremely educational in multiple ways. Not only did I learn the language of Spanish from her, I also learned things about the various spanish speaking cultures.
A 10 hour spanish course sounds daunting, but she made it plausible and effective. (also fun)
Natalie Bryant (Natster)
Crazy goofy and very lovable speech teacher. Natalie will make you enjoy Public Speaking . She's a wonderful person.
Jay Hoes
The quite sarcastic professor who spends his office hours in his office with the lights off. We're not sure if its a hiding tactic or if its just because he likes the dark. At any rate, rarely have I ever seen someone with so quick a quip. He might not say much but if you set yourself up for a verbal take down, he will, much faster than anyone esle. This guy knows what he's doing, so any class you take from him will increase a wealth of knowlege.
Kathy Duncan
Kathy is the wondeful coordinator/secretary of the Communication building. I spent many a day chatting with Kathy when I went to get the mail for Sparks and Billy. She is a wonderful person and conversationalist, AND a very helpful person if you need anything.
Now I shall move on to the Wesley Foundation. This is the place I met almost all my friends. Bible studies, game nights, randomly going out to eat and driving waiting staff in Levelland nuts.
The Wesley is my home away from home, my Levelland family, and life at SPC wouldn't have been as rich an experience without them.
Now for a few funny memories of occurences...
The reason Billy got his "The Blur" nickname by sprinting into the studio and getting a camera into place and making it back into the control room... it took about 30 seconds.
Wesley BBQ night when we played musical chairs.
Trevor Fortner saying "MMM Kinky" after everything at the randomest times.
Walks to the BSM with Charlie and the Press Posse
Figs with Jason
Philosophy with Sparks
Billy and I finishing a Health VNR and making it hilarious with a gallon of hand sanitizer
Diss fests in Staff Class
Going to Amarillo and checking out WT and Amarillo's TV stations
Main Event Mondays with the Wesley group
Teaching Hermes how to play ____ then he wins everytime
Just Dance at the Wesley... it got intense
Making an Epic Christmas Show with Jake Bradford and Julie Fisher (found on my youtube channel http://www.youtube.com/user/reivaylor)
And many more that I can't remember.
The last 2 years have been amazing and these are the people responsible. I will truly miss this place and the people I'm leaving behind. I can only hope that my Journey in San Angelo can compare. I love you all!
Cheyenne
(ps, it took 3 days)
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