Start a Connection!

You will share your courses with many students, but only one professor. Together, your fellow students are a valuable resource with the combined talents, knowledge, and experience of many people. 

How and When to Contact Your Peers

• You should make contact with the class as soon as possible
• A well-written introduction can help you stand out and make connections in the course
• Discussion forum: ask any questions you have about the course here
• Course chat room
• Integrated e-mail system
• Some students organize outside of the course as well. For example:
• Skype
• Facebook groups
• Google hangouts

Benefits

• Students are often able to respond more quickly than a single professor
• Helping others can make you feel better
• People you have helped in the past will be more likely to help you
• Helping others reinforces the skills you have learned in class and helps you to remember important information
• Making connections can be just as important for your career as academic success, making contacts now can yield great benefits in the future