1. MASTERING
THE BALANCE
Kevin Keller Jill Okey Ryan Routh
Admission Counselor Assistant Director Admissions Counselor
Xavier University Ohio University The University of Akron
2. Do Your Research
Program Options
Offered at your College/University
Offered through partnership programs/regional campuses
Payment Options
Will
your office pay for all/part
What is the repayment policy
Learn HR policies
Educational Benefits
Leaves of Absence
Making Up Hours
6. Be Prepared for the Difference
You’re not in undergrad anymore
You’re a full time student AND an employee
Faculty
Co-Workers
Course load may be much different
7. Travel
Plan Ahead
Know class schedule before planning travel
Work with professors
Work with supervisor/co-workers
Time Management
Do what works for you (planner, e-
calendar, to-do lists)
Set reminders
E-mail/Call yourself
8. Make Yourself a Priority
Make personal time
Take vacation time
Take breaks
Be a team player, but don’t feel bad saying “no”