Passed the UPCAT? Here are 8 Tips to Ease Your Transition
May 9, 2018 • Naveen Ganglani
8. Extending your network
Via educ.upd.edu.ph/
“UP is the place to expand your circle,” according to Camilla Suarez, a BS Industrial Engineering student, “because everyone comes from all walks of life.”
The best way to do that? “Join your home org, but also join other orgs that may interest you. Become friends with your blockmates, but also get to know people from your General Electives.”
7. Overcome your fears
Via twitter
“Don’t be afraid to try out things you were too afraid to try,” said Nina Alvia, a former courtside reporter for UP in the UAAP and a Bachelor of Sports Science major.
According to Nina, she tried out for being a CSR at 17 even if the age requirement was to be at least 18. And she made it.
6. Drive where you’re supposed to
Via Inquirer
Don’t do it on the joggers’ or bikers’ lane, advised Camilla.
Why?
“Everyone will hate you.”
5. Being a freshman has its perks
Via facebook
“Take advantage of your freshman priority,” said Camilla. “Enlist in GEs that are difficult to get or are in high demand, even if they may deviate from your course’s curriculum path.”
Doing so may just prove to be beneficial.
4. There are ways to ensure you get the professors you need
Via arianportfolio
How? Well, RUPP (Rate UP Professors) can be your best friend.
Another key help? Go to the Facebook page UP Dilliman Profs to Pick (Official).
3. Into sports? Track and Field could be a great option
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“There are no try-outs if you’re already a UP student, FYI lang. Haha,” claimed Nina. Everyone knows athletics is a good extra-curricular on your resume. So might as well do it, no? Heck, it will even be good for your health.
2. FOOD
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“Definitely eat at Rodic’s,” said Camilla, talking about one of UP’s most consistent staples.
Arki-Siomai is also a must-have, according to her, while Nina confidently claimed that UP’s isaw is the best.
Oh, and here’s another interesting one: get Pandan Tea, said Camilla. It’s known popularly as “PanTea,” but “don’t laugh when you order.”
1. This statement. Don’t ever forget it.
Via philstar
Said Camilla: “UP upholds the tradition of Honor and Excellence, but when it all comes down to it, it’s always Honor Before Excellence.”
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