Suzy Beamer Bohnert - College, Covid, and Questions: : Tips and Advice for Incoming Freshmen, Undergraduates, Transfer Students, and Parents

College, Covid, and Questions:
Tips and Advice for Incoming Freshmen,
Undergraduates, Transfer Students, and Parents

Millions of people are considering going on to college, but there are so many choices and questions that need consideration and answers. Not only when and where do you want to go to school, but once youve made the decision, how do you prepare? Once on campus, how do you take advantage of all the opportunities at college and beyond? What type of school community college, four-year university, public, or private?

Whether youre in high school, the mom or dad of a university student, taking a gap year or a college transfer student, making a career change, finishing a military career, or enduring a bad job market, this book is for you. Or, maybe you were waiting for your dream school, and received an acceptance.

College, Covid, and Questions will help you to know:

School essentials during coronavirus

Considerations when buying a computer

Technology to succeed in school

Characteristics to look for in a tutor

Advice on help with accommodations and services from the Center for Accessibility Services

Advantages and disadvantages of campus meal plans

Hints and tips when seeking an internship

Tips to get along with roommates

Academic advisors your role and theirs

Simple, clear answers about coronavirus and college, classes, internships, campus dining, dorms, roommates and residence life, academic advisors and mentors, clubs, recreational activities, and getting back home.

This is the essential guide to navigating the college journey successfully in these unprecedented times.

By Suzy Beamer Bohnert

Copyright 2020

All Rights Reserved

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Copyright 2020 by Suzy Beamer Bohnert

All rights reserved. No part of this book shall be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, including electronic, mechanical, or magnetic reproduction, or photocopying, without prior written permission from the publisher. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Although every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this book, the publisher and author assume no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein.

ISBN 978-0-578-80157-5

Library of Congress Control Number: 2020922352

Library of Congress subject headings:

College student orientation

College student orientation United States

College students

College students Conduct of life

College students Life skills guides

Education Student Life & Student Affairs

Handbooks and manuals

High school students

Life skills guides

Reference Personal & Practical Guides

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DEDICATION

For Rand and Carolyn, who always ask the best questions.

PREFACE

While there are a variety of books to help you get into college, there are very few that help you navigate the college scene once you receive admittance, transfer to a different university, or start attending classes on campus. Even parents have questions to ask about the university experience because things may have changed since their days at college, or maybe they never set foot on a campus and dont know the first thing to ask.

This book came about for this very reason. Bewildered by the number of colleges out there and their differences, we looked for one source to answer a multitude of questions in one place. We found SAT test practice books, college rankings and ratings, and how-to books on writing college essays, but nothing that helped with how to ask and have questions answered when you dont know what you dont know.

Coming up with questions was not hard. We knew nothing and moved on from there to involve university representatives, trade association spokesmen, company and government agency personnel, and students themselves in answering our questions. What resulted was a guidebook for parents of prospective college students, incoming freshmen, college transfer students, and those now studying at universities. The book deals with all aspects of college, and it does answer these important questions.

Coronavirus and College

Now that coronavirus has affected the United States and every college campus, things are different at each school. Institutions have implemented measures to make sure students and school employees stay safe and healthy, and staff on campus do things another way now.

Many colleges have implemented new public-health measures. Here are some things you might expect to see on campus:

Handwashing or hand sanitizer

Doctors have recommended washing your hands often using soap and water lathering your hands for at least 20 seconds. Hand sanitizer also works well, and you will see dispensers at points throughout campus to help you. If soap and water are not readily available, hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol can be used, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says.

Mask or face coverings

Many universities are handing out masks for free to all students. When walking to class or in a classroom, wear your face covering. The same holds if you are meeting with a professor or in a common area. When outside, wear a mask and stay six feet from others. Practice social distancing to the maximum extent possible.

Physical distancing

Classrooms, offices, and campus spaces are now set up to have six feet of distance between individuals. Look for markings on floors to see proper spacing. Additionally, many buildings will have one-way corridors clearly marked to enhance social distancing. Be sure to follow directional signs.

Not touching your face

Germs spread from hands to your eyes, nose, and mouth when you touch your face. Expect to see signs and reminders around campus of this important fact.

Dont go out when sick

When feeling ill or after exposure to someone with a positive test for Covid-19, stay in your location and keep track of your symptoms. Your health-care facility or the Deans Office can advise you on making appointments and how to handle the situation.

What to have with you at school