A planner will (figuratively) save your life.
Many of you have heard it already, but there is no piece of advice that should be repeated more than this one; a planner will (figuratively) save your life. The First-Year Success Center and Office of Academic Services often have free planners for students, or you can buy one almost anywhere else. Lastly, the Outlook calendar that students have as part of their email account is an often overlooked opportunity to keep your life organized.