Jackson College has partnered with Henry Ford Allegiance Health to offer Jackson College students and employees medical care evaluation and treatment from the clinic’s caring staff. A licensed nurse practitioner and technical staff will be in the office to see patients, make diagnosis and assessment, prescribe medications or make referrals. |
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HEALTH CLINIC Whiting Hall, Room 111 517.990.1374 www.jccmi.edu/health-clinic |
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HOURS - Fall 2019 Monday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Wednesday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Thursday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
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College is your chance to explore, learn, make friends, grow as a person and ultimately find your career path. It is important to learn not only in the classroom but outside of the classroom as well, so that when you graduate you have a job lined up. Remember work smarter, not harder. Although this a pretty broad statement, it comes down to making connections, being productive and motivated as well as taking advantage of your resources. College also comes with new freedom. Freedom to do whatever you want, but with great freedom comes great responsibility. That is why it is crucial to develop good habits and find a balance between your social life and academic schedule. Here are some tips to starting your freshman year of college (in no particular order) A lot of these tips are useful for those living away from home. |
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It is hard to be away from home Although it may seem that getting as far away from your hometown is your primary goal in going to college, there are going to be things you will miss about home, and that is normal. Home-cooked meals, your mom doing your laundry or simply seeing the family dog may make you miss home. Label and lock possessions Thefts happen all the time. According to the Department of Education, there are approximately 11,000 reported robberies in dormitories each year. Most frequently stolen items are bikes, backpacks, computers and writing utensils, so label and lock everything (Berrgren, 2016). Bring a first aid/medicine kit The first time you get sick in college is a really big shock because mom or dad are not there to take care of you. If you get sick, you can always stop at the JC Health Clinic and be seen for $5. |
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Everyone is in the same boat Although you may have been class president in high school, top athlete or scored a perfect ACT score, nobody at college is going to know that. Everyone had to work hard to get into college and the start of college is a clean slate. Invest in earplugs and sleeping masks Every college student has a different lifestyle, schedule and sleeping pattern. A study by the American College Health Association (2015) found that 40 percent of students felt rested only two days a week. Invest in earplugs and sleeping masks to make your sleep more peaceful Determine what text books you will need before your first class Before you even sit down in your first class, research what books are required and what books are recommended for each class. If you know you will not be changing your schedule, buying online will save you time and money. Check all your sources before committing to a purchase. |
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Research on-campus organizations Don’t feel lonely. Get involved. One way to transition into college easier and to find people with like interests is to join a group or a club. Map out classes The first day of classes can be overwhelming and stressful. If you map out a general idea of where your buildings are and what room you are in before class, you will save yourself from the awkward moment of being the kid that walks in 30 minutes late to the first lecture. Research healthy food options Don’t panic, not everyone gains the freshman 15. The side effects of eating on a college meal plan do not have to include weight gain. If you are eating on campus, steer clear of the endless buffet of dessert and lean towards the healthier options. Also, stay active, walk to class, use the gym and play sports. The more active you can be, the less worry about weight gain. Stay one step ahead The balance between, school, work, social life and newly found freedom of college can be overwhelming, and it can be easy to fall behind. Make a schedule, keep a to-do list, set goals, and manage time and priorities. Manage finances Stay ahead of the financial game before even starting college. Before college starts, consider what you can do to manage and cut the cost. Apply for scholarships, get a job and save. Being ready before college starts will make the cost more manageable now and hopefully cut back on student loans for the future. |
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Classes will be challenging College is not just a repeat of high school, and the classes are going to be much more challenging. Be ready to spend a lot of time studying! If you are pulling all-nighters all of the time then you are doing it wrong. Studying every day for a small amount of time is much more beneficial, and you will retain the information better than trying to cram it all in at once. Also if you are having trouble in a class, always know that there is help available (Center for Student Success). Talk to your professors and go to office hours as needed Think of any faculty member as a resource and don’t be afraid to ask for help, it can make a big difference in grades. Make an effort. Professors are there to help. Introduce yourself and ask questions. These people will be a great resource and may be writing your letters of recommendation in the future. Don’t skip class When you skip class in college, not only are you wasting your money but more importantly, you’re wasting this amazing opportunity to learn. Get enough sleep The average adult needs between 7-9 hours of sleep per night (Kingkade, 2015). Getting enough sleep will ensure you are in the best physical and mental condition to perform your daily routine and learn. |
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College is not only about learning in the classroom, but in life. College is a time to figure out what you want to do for the rest of your life, make new friends, and join awesome clubs. Make the most of it! |
American College Health Association (ACHA) (2015). Causes and consequences of sleepiness among college students. Retrieved August 18th, 2016 from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4075951/ Berggren, V. (2016). 10 things I wish someone had told me before starting college. Retrieved August 18th, 2016 from http://www.uloop.com/news/view.php/208252/10-Things-I-Wish-Someone-Had-Told-Me-Before-Starting-College?platform=hootsuite Kingkade, T. (2015). 64 things we wish we knew as college freshman. Retrieved August 18th, 2016 from http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/things-we-wish-we-knew-as-freshmen_us_55c38e8ae4b0923c12bbda4d |
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