Work-Life Balance for College Students

Prepared by Laura Gill

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Did you know that the average student spends over an hour a day commuting from work to school to home? That is the case for me and I am not the average student. I'm fortunate to work at Delgado City Park Campus, where I also attend classes. So my commute from work to school is at most a five minute walk.  

From my 3 years of attending Delgado I have learned that the average student at Delgado is far from average. Most of my classmates are not just students; they also have other obligations in life that pull them in many different directions. Most of them have full time jobs and families to take care of. They may have parents or children relying on them for support.

Possibilities

Being a student is not an easy job, but it can be easier if you know how to take advantage of the resources that are available, especially here at Delgado. That's how you can be the best student you can be.

COLLEGE LIFE DOESN'T HAVE TO BE EXPERIENCED ALONE

Books

Instead of running to the parking lot after class, take a moment to explore some of the resources available right here on campus. The City Park Library is a great place to meet with fellow students and cram for that chemistry test, or go over math problems. The Reference room in Building 10 has private study rooms that provide a place for students to get together and study for a test or review notes, they even have white boards and T.V.'s!! My GPA has improved significantly since I stopped running for the parking lot and started using the school for what it was meant for, a learning tool. 

Magazines

TheLibrary also has over 200 scholarly journals and periodicals as well as local and national newspapers. They even provide comfy couches, and always have up to date magazines on so many topics you will be sure to find something inspiring or just something fun to read when you need a break from all the studying you have been doing. The Library also has a great selection of childrens books available for check out. 

  

FINDING YOUR PLACE ON CAMPUS

Delgado is truly a beautiful school situated next to one of the finest parks in New Orleans. If you attend class at City Park, take some time to enjoy the park around you. Feed the ducks or walk around the park. Taking your lunch in the park is a great way to get away and recharge your batteries.

Let it shine!

Most importantly, remember that Delgado is here for you and provides a great learning environment. Find your place on campus. Student worker positions may be available and the commute is not bad.

Click here for work study positions

Click here for "Creating A Work-Life Balance for College Students: How to Create a Healthy Balanced Life While in College"

The link above provides many other solutions for students who need to maintain the balance!