Focus on your good habits and grades.
Develop a study routine throughout the week. Study when you are most alert and in an area with minimal distractions. Alkek Library and RRHEC Library are great places to study. Boko's Hints: Trust me...it is much easier to maintain a GPA than to improve it after it's trashed! Yes, you are definitely going to hit the books more than you did in high school. (Many times assignments will be self-directed learning.) Also, the professors won't provide reminders.

Learn about and use academic support services.
Academic support services are used by thousands of students each semester. College is difficult and additional assistance often is required. Boko's Hints: YIKES! Don't wait until mid-terms and finals to focus on grades or ask for help. By that time you may be in too deep to dig out!

Learn about and practice with technology resources.
What happens when your personal computer has a virus or the printer is jammed? Boko's Hints: Call the Texas State Help Desk at 245-HELP between 8 am - 6 pm or visit one of the many campus computer labs to assist with your academic success. Check them out and always have a back up plan.

Go to class.
Boko's Hints: Not attending class could be the first mistake students make. Get to class and be prepared. Sit in the front and maybe even take the risk of answering a question or two! It will make a difference.

Maintain healthy sleep patterns throughout the semester (including during tests and finals).
 

Set an Appointment for Academic Advising Early in the Semester.
Visit your Academic Advising Center early in the semester. Registration for next semester classes is soon.

Academic Success - Support

Student Learning Assistance Center (SLAC)
Tutoring in all disciplines, Supplemental Instruction (SI) and other academic assistance.
(512) 245-2515
Alkek Library-4th Floor

Math Lab
Math tutoring.
(512) 245-2551
Derrick Hall 233 or 239

Writing Center
One-on-one writing instructions.
(512) 245-3018
Flowers Hall G09

Student Support Services
Academic tutoring for students who qualify.
(512) 245-2275
LBJSC 5th Floor, 5-6.1
 

Collaborative Learning Center
Tutoring in basic and advanced math & science classes. Open to all majors in the College of Science
(512) 245-1674
R.F. Mitte Technology & Physics Building, 4th floor
 

Athletic Academic Center
Tutoring for Texas State student athletes.
(512) 245-2978
ASBN 200
 

Computer Labs
Links to computers labs on campus.

Academic Advising Centers
 

Alkek Library
(512) 245-2685
 

RRHEC Library Services
512-716-4700
Toll Free 888-716-2879