Newswise — TORONTO, July 26, 2012 --- With September just around the corner, now is the time to start planning for the new school year. To help prepare students and parents alike, Ryerson University student and faculty experts offer an array of tips on all things back to school.
Ryerson’s Back to School media room http://www.ryerson.ca/news/media/spotlight/bts2012 will be home to more than a dozen tip sheets over the next two months. Starting next week and continuing throughout the summer, the Ryerson Back to School campaign will offer advice on the following topics:
Monday, July 30 – Avoiding the freshman “15” Wednesday, Aug. 1 – Living Green on campusTuesday, Aug. 7 – Developing positive homework habitsThursday, Aug. 9 – Consumer technology for academic success Monday, Aug. 13 – Online and on campus safety tips for studentsWednesday, Aug. 15 – Tips on surviving your first year from Ryerson alumniMonday, Aug. 20 – Managing anxiety and getting a better sleepWednesday, Aug. 22 – How to fit in: tips for international studentsMonday, Aug. 27 – Making the most of first year as a mature student Wednesday, Aug. 29 – The art of networking Tuesday, Sept. 4 – Finding a part-time jobWednesday, Sept. 5 – Value of joining student clubsThursday, Sept. 6 – Cool back-to-school technology from the Digital Media ZoneMonday, Sept. 10 - How to stay fitWednesday, Sept. 12 – First year jitters: surviving your first year at UniversityMonday, Sept. 17 – Social and digital media tips for academic successWednesday, Sept. 19 – Managing your money: tips on student finances
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