{"id":40,"date":"2016-08-24T13:47:56","date_gmt":"2016-08-24T13:47:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.spcollege.edu\/college101\/?p=40"},"modified":"2024-01-30T15:27:28","modified_gmt":"2024-01-30T20:27:28","slug":"jump-right-getting-involved-helps-succeed-in-college","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.spcollege.edu\/college101\/jump-right-getting-involved-helps-succeed-in-college\/","title":{"rendered":"Jump right in"},"content":{"rendered":"

Why getting involved helps you succeed in college<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Why students should get involved<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Much of your college career will happen outside of the classroom. Although your studies should be top priority, getting involved on campus is a great way to ease the transition into college and help you gain experience for your resume. Here are some darn good reasons why joining a club or volunteering on campus helps you succeed in college:<\/p>\n

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  • Studies show that those who are involved in activities outside the classroom are more engaged and have greater academic success in college.<\/li>\n
  • Many employers indicate that they look for real-world experience when interviewing recent college graduates.<\/li>\n
  • Joining a club or organization allows you the benefit of making friends and networking with those who share your similar interests, goals and values.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    How Students Can Get Involved<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Oh, the places you can go! Here are some ideas for ways to get involved:<\/p>\n

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    • Check your planner to make sure there is time to devote to possible activities. Avoid over extending yourself to prevent undue stress and\/or disappointing others by committing to more than what you can safely assume. In my experience, average students may be able to handle successfully the demands of two organizations.<\/li>\n
    • Go to the Student Life & Leadership Office to find out the different organizations and programs existing on their campus. Students can become part of a sports team, representatives in the student government, members or officers of a club or a discipline oriented organization.<\/li>\n
    • Apply for a position like a peer advisor to help and guide other students, or become an ambassador to help and guide visitors to the school. You can make a little money while helping others and acclimating yourself to the school environment.<\/li>\n
    • Attend club fairs and other events to learn as much as possible about the different organizations and activities to make sure these are a good fit. Choose things that appeal to you and that may be of use later on in the real world.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      So, what are you waiting for? The reward that you can gain from getting involved student jobs, volunteer work, campus organizations and industry-related groups will follow you well beyond college graduation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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