Jumping Over Your Hurdles: Persistence and Resilience Tips

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As a college student, there are many hurdles you may come across. Some may be very different than others, but we all have our own obstacles. To help you jump over academic/college related hurdles, I'd like to share some persistence and resilience tips to keep in mind.

1. Growth Mindset

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People who have a growth mindset believe their talents and skills can be developed through things such as hard work, practice, good strategies, and working with others. In contrast, people with a fixed mindset believe their talents and skills are innate gifts, so there's not much they can do about it. Having a growth mindset can help you work through obstacles by putting in more time and effort. It's okay to make mistakes. It's okay to get stuck. What matters is that you keep going through these difficulties. If you don't understand an assignment right away, keep trying and don't be afraid to ask for help. Working with others is a great way to learn more and develop new skills.

2. Grit

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Grit is a trait that demonstrates someone's effort, perseverance, and passion for their goals. They embody qualities of hard work, dedication, and resilience. This is a learned trait that is not influenced by your genetics. It's the ability to not give up when times get hard, which can be the most important factor in success. Set goals in your classes and always welcome feedback. Anyone can work on having more grit, so don't give up on yourself.

3. Know your resources! Check out the Office of Student Success and Persistence at Coe.

They offer Success Coaches who provide proactive outreach to ensure a smooth transition to college. Your coach can help you navigate Coe, get connected with people, and learn about tools and resources you need to be successful. They also host College Possible. This program utilizes near-peer (recent college graduate) coaches who use a structured curriculum to help students get the most out of their four years and who serve as a resource for questions and concerns. The Office of Student Success and Persistence is located in Upper Gage Memorial Union with hours from 8am to 8pm Monday through Friday. Their team is available by appointment, but they welcome drop-in appointments as well.