Careful planning reduces academic anxiety

College students overbook themselves and often end up suffering academically.

Students participate in Greek organizations, honorary societies and other extracurricular activities in order to bulk up their resumes.

Employers require more of new employees than just a bachelor’s degree.

The pressure to have a good resume has students running from class to different meetings; this experience has both positive and negative aspects.

Extracurricular activities and internships give students real world experience.

Getting an early glance at what a job may be like makes it less daunting of an experience once they really enter the workforce.

Being in clubs related to a student’s future job also gives them an edge over the competition. If someone leaves college with a well-developed resume, they will have a better chance at being hired for a job.

However doing other activities besides class does have a downside.

Extracurricular organizations are a distraction from class.

Most groups or internships are a serious time commitment.

These groups take time away that students could use for studying.

In order to avoid problems, students must be able to prioritize and put school at the top of their priorities.

From there, it is possible to decide how many activities they can be in and still have time to study.

If schoolwork is being set aside for an activity, a student’s schedule needs to be reexamined.

Student should always consult with an academic adviser. This will minimize scheduling conflicts that may occur.

Also, students need to have a definite goal in mind when registering for classes.

A well-balanced schedule is the key to success and happiness in college.

By Brandon Pettey Opinion Editor