I know you’ll be starting off your journey quite unprepared, and I’ve got tips on how you’re just going to be the opposite.
STUDY
Yes, I know it’s a pretty common thing to say when you’re in college. But, seriously. Get your head in the game!
EAT
We all know you need it. Eat all you can and feel better!
STAY HYDRATED
I know you’re the type of person who doesn’t drink 8 cups of water a day, and you really need to change that.
STOP PROCRASTINATING
Yeah, you’re quite good at that. Please stop. That is really what’s going to bring you down. Please stop procrastinating and start doing your work.
BE YOURSELF
Hey. Be yourself. Don’t mind what others say and just live your life to the fullest. College may be hard but try to enjoy your college life. Loosen up!
During the talk with the 2019 CDC Distinguished Alumna Awardees, Miss Maria Veronica Quintana-Arioder’s words really struck, not just me, but every single soul that was present that day in LR1. Her thesis adviser once told her that, “Life is tougher outside of the university.” And so, she shared some tips during her talk, and these are:
Learn to listen to others
“You have to collaborate with others to make progress. You have to listen to others before you speak.
Maria Veronica Quintana-Arioder, 2019
Don’t mind people with little minds
Be you. Don’t try to be someone you’re not. Don’t mind what others say and keep going.
Live your calling
Don’t be scared to take the road less travelled and live your calling!
“I put my heart and soul. That is what reading is all about.”
“College is like looking both ways before you cross the street and then getting hit by an airplane.”
Yes, college is no joke. It’s either going to make you or break you. With all these, exams, papers, and quizzes happening in one go, it can really be mentally draining. Now the question is, how do we chill out?
ALWAYS HAVE TIME FOR YOURSELF
You shouldn’t drown yourself with work all the time. Never forget to spare some time to do the things that you love. Learn to focus on yourself sometimes, instead of focusing all your attention to your workload.
EAT YOUR HEART OUT
Stress eating? That’s pretty normal in college. Eat, eat and eat! If it comforts you to the point that you feel better, then never skip a meal. Also, snack all you want!
PRAY
Prayer is the food for the soul. Never forget the one who got you to where you are now, and the one who helped you cope up with your struggles. Talk to God and also listen to what he has to say.
“In the beginning there was no Philippines… But there was Butuan.”
Hi there! I am Yngrid Denielle P. Comiling, your fellow batch mate hailing all the way from the Land of Promise, Mindanao.
Now, let me welcome you to the Historic City of Butuan: Home of the Balangays! The city that has seen over 1,687 years of recorded history and considered by many historians to be “The Prehistoric City of the Philippines.”
Fun fact: It’s But-wan and not bu-tu-an.
Allow me to give you a glimpse of my beloved city through a video about my short trip last Nov. 1-4.
October 5 marked the first day of the most-awaited entrance exam of the University of the Philippines – the UPCAT, where aspiring students from different parts of the Philippines take. It is an exam that not only tests your intellectual capabilities, but also to test the strength of your character and how you’ll manage to come through even if all the odds seems to be against you.
Kathleen Canonio, an 18-year-old STEM student from FSUU, was excited to take the exam.
“Last summer, I was so hyped to take the UPCAT. It died down a few weeks before the exam, but eventually came back on the day of the actual exam. Praying na unta maka pasa mi duha sa akong brother.” (I’m praying that my brother and I will pass)
Kathleen Canonio, 2019
What she aspires to be is to become a professional in the medical field. This led her to a conclusion that what she really wants to take up is either BS Nursing or BS Biology , which will serve as a pre-med course. When asked which campuses she chose, she answered, “UP Manila is my first choice and second is UP Los Baños.”
After the UPCAT, she was able to cite some insights. One, is she found mathematics and science the most difficult part of the exam. Second, is how none of what she prepared or reviewed for actually came out of the exam. She was devastated. Though after a while, she quietly reassured herself that all will be well.
SO, WHY UP?
“I know I will get the quality education that I need that will help me in the future.”
Kathleen Canonio, 2019
A few days after the UPCAT, I overheard a group of students discussing about how the exam went, and one particular student asked: “Ginamit nyo ba ang power of C?” which really had me laughing, for I remember using it so many times when I took the exam myself.
Yes, the UPCAT may be quite overwhelming but we must always remember that a true Iskolar ng Bayan will never back down from a challenge.
Allot a few minutes of your time to read and review your lessons every day. This practice can help you from not forgetting the lessons. Remember, understanding is the key. Have a mindset of wanting to learn and not just solely on passing.Study early and frequently.
IDENTIFY YOUR STUDY HABIT
Every one of us have our own ways in learning. You can either be of the three: auditory, visual, or kinesthetic. Just remember that we are all different. What works for others may not work for you.
BE RESOURCEFUL
Do not rely solely on your notes. Try using other materials apart from your notes, for you to have a keen understanding with regards to the lessons that may have been hard for you to grasp.
TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF
Always remember to prioritize your health over academics. Nothing good can be achieved with a weak mind and body, for you will be able to retain more information in a healthy state. Eat right, get enough rest, and stay hydrated!
TAKE BREAKS
Do not forget to take breaks! Your brain can only handle so much information in a short period. That is why regular breaks are needed for it to regain its focus and absorb new materials. Develop a routine that fits your study style. Last but not the least, always give time for prayer during your breaks.
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