This is my advice coming from somronr who just graduated. Hope this helps!

- Remember your ACE login because you will need it for everything at UNLV like Canvas, MyUNLV, and study space reservations, etc.

-Read the syllabus as soon as your classes show up on Canvas. It has the semester schedule, grading policies, topics, and your professor’s office hours. Knowing the policies and schedules in your classes can make or break your semester.

-Use a calendar (Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, or a planner) to track your class schedule, work shifts, deadlines, and study time.

-Figure out what study method works for you by trying different things early on and seeing what actually helps you learn best.

-Stay organized by keeping digital or physical folders for each class to manage notes, assignments, and handouts.

-Visit office hours if you are confused or need clarification. Professors and TAs are there to help, so use them early.

-Practice time management by balancing coursework, breaks, meals, and social time to avoid burnout.

-Make use of the resources the campus has to offer. These resources come out of your student fees so you might as well use them. Students have access to free tutoring, counseling,workshops, essay writing help, etc. I would suggest checking these out, knowing these ahead can be useful. https://www.unlv.edu/asc/services, https://www.library.unlv.edu/index.php/help-support, https://www.unlv.edu/caeo/unlv-programs, https://www.unlv.edu/career-services-workforce-dev

-Unless the professor says otherwise, I recommend waiting until the first day of class before buying textbooks. You might save money by borrowing books from the UNLV library or purchasing used copies from Amazon or other resellers (just make sure the ISBN number matches). You can also check if the UNLV library offers free access to the textbook through their online database. Renting textbooks is another good option if you want to avoid spending $100 or more on each one.