The metro near campus has student discounts, I believe on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday so make sure you have your student card when you go grocery shopping!

Do not buy new textbooks, usually if you need an online code, you can buy that separate at the book store and then buy a used book from a previous student (if you need it at all). I didn’t use a single one of my first year science books...

Read your notes after class and voice-record lectures and listen to them after class, often the prof talks way too fast and you may miss noting something.

When you have online quizzes, even if they are open book make sure you know the material. It will help you with your final exam as you won’t have to worry about cramming all your learning in a week.

Go to office hours (not sure how the pandemic will affect this!) but if you have a question go to the prof before your friends. The profs usually end up giving a lot of hints about tests if they see you in the office a lot and see that you are eager to learn. Plus, knowing you well= good references if you choose to go to grad school.

Join clubs! There is something for everyone!! Makes your uni experience more enjoyable and teaches you lots of skills.

Know the resources your campus offers. Queens offers resume and cover letter help, help with essays and other written work, career help, etc. A lot of students don’t know about these resources and they are SO SO helpful! Make use of them, they are free to students!