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Mel

Looking back on when I was an undergraduate student, I definitely focused a lot on my grades and felt a lot of pressure to make sure I was doing my absolute best with every assignment and task. I wish I'd focused more on being driven by the learning itself rather than being driven by the grades assigned to that learning. I think if you're passionate about learning and being driven by learning, the grades will simultaneously come with that.

Marlena

How to navigate the Edmonton bus system! I'm not originally from Edmonton, so when I first moved here, I had to figure out the best bus routes to North Campus. It was difficult at times to navigate not only the bus routes but also the campus in general. This experience taught me to rely on myself and my own smarts. Once I learned some tips and tricks, I became an expert in no time!

Terrence

There are a LOT more campus resources for students than I realized before becoming a student. I wish I would have known about Writing Services, The Landing and Wellness Supports before starting my studies. These services are really awesome and have helped me on many occasions. I also wish I had taken some more time to slow down and identify my wants, needs and values fully, as this helped me identify what supports to access.

Fyruz

University offers much more than a degree. In my first year, I only thought about finishing so I could graduate and be done with school. Once I started to explore interesting courses, rather than only sticking to my requirements and getting to know new people, I started to appreciate university as more than just a place to get a degree. It opened me up to opportunities I wouldn't have found otherwise and made valuable connections. Finding courses that interested me helped me carve out a path that I didn't think was possible in high school. 

Owais

The importance of time management, as I have always struggled with this. Coming to university increased the number of things I had to do. I ignored most of them, doom-scrolled all day and burned out before the winter semester was over. It took me a while to realize that procrastination was the main problem and was adding to my stress and anxiety. I learned the importance of not taking on too many tasks and making a detailed calendar.

Ishan

One thing I wish I had known before starting university is the breadth of courses available as an undergraduate student at the ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥ School of Business. Having a better understanding of where to look for interesting electives and how to integrate them into my schedule would have made a world of difference in the way I approached the last two years of school. While I ended up taking a few electives from the Faculty of Arts, I perhaps missed out on some interesting classes, like DRAMA 247 — a great class built around public speaking, which could have made my BCom degree even more fun and interesting.

Yann

L'importance de s'impliquer dans la vie du campus.

Carla

Definitely that office hours are worth attending. Students often underestimate office hours because they are scared, shy and feel like they don't know what to ask. Professors are welcoming and understanding — it's the perfect chance to ask questions. This will improve your student-professor dynamic and connect you to more opportunities.

Rebeca

It's ok to take my time and not rush towards the requirements of my degree. I've learned that it is alright to complete my degree in more than four years, and it is even beneficial to do so since this leaves room to complete internships and participate in more extracurriculars. In the first year, I worried about "slowing down" the pace of my studies and "falling behind" I've found value in taking time to explore academic research interests and career options, along with setting time aside to volunteer in my community.