Cougar Mentor Program

Student Success Tips
 

Staying Healthy

• Beware of fast food and candy bars. Most freshmen gain weight in the first semester.

• Gallons of coffee and Jolt cola are not the way to survive finals.

• Sleep and study in small shifts.

• Exercise often during exam weeks.

• Pasta, peanut butter, non-sugar cereals, yogurt, and fresh fruit will provide natural and sustained energy.

• Check in with your school’s health services office. More often than not, it offers:

  • Free emergency treatment

  • Free AIDS testing

  • Low cost or free medications

  • Treatment of short-term illnesses

  • Free first aid

  • Mental health counseling

  • TB testing

  • Vaccinations

  • Low cost lab work

  • Vision screening

• Appreciate music – it helps everyone to relax.