JT Crowley's Tips for Success in College
da JT Crowley
1. Explore Career
1.1. Get involved with the Actuarial Science Club.
1.1.1. Run for Underclassman Ambassador.
1.1.1.1. ACTS-GROUP@LIST.UIOWA.EDU
1.2. Look into possible internships.
1.2.1. Stay in contact with possible employers.
1.2.1.1. Eddie Mauro- 515-491-4611
1.2.2. Apply for the Principal spring training course.
1.2.2.1. http://www.principal.com/careers/student/conference.htm
1.3. Participate in Actuarial Science study group.
1.3.1. ACTS-GROUP@LIST.UIOWA.EDU
1.4. Create a resume.
1.4.1. Keep resume up to date.
2. Future Plans
2.1. Internship during Sophomore and Junior summers.
2.2. Graduate with a major in Actuarial Science.
2.3. Get a job.
2.4. Start a family.
3. Find Ways to Relax
3.1. Go for a jog.
3.2. Talk to friends.
3.3. Call home.
3.4. Shut off all technology.
4. Stay Healthy
4.1. Eat healthy.
4.2. Maintain good personal hygiene.
4.3. Workout every night.
5. Find Mentors
5.1. Professor Shyamal- shyamal-kumar@uiowa.edu
5.1.1. Actuarial Science Professor
5.2. Ben Mitchell- 708-601-4083
5.2.1. Presidential Scholar Mentor
6. Maintain Good Study Skills
6.1. Read textbooks.
6.2. Take notes.
6.3. E-mail questions about the topics.
7. Socialize
7.1. Meet new people.
7.1.1. Join clubs and intramural sports.
7.1.2. Sit with strangers during meals.
7.1.3. Walk into an open dorm room.
7.2. Go to events.
7.2.1. Football Games!
7.3. Stay connected with family.
7.3.1. Facetime parents and siblings.
7.4. Keep in touch with friends.
7.4.1. Use Facebook, Twitter, Vine, SMS, or call.