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We’re here to support your journey—academically, personally, and beyond! Your college experience is about learning what you makes you fulfilled, and setting goals to help you achieve it.

This Worksheet Can Help you Plan SMART Goals

• School and Academic Advisement
  • SASN Advisors, RBS Advisors, SPAA Advisors, CJ Advisors
• Academic Calendar
• Explore Your Major
• Satisfactory Academic Progress Milestones

Goals aren’t just academic, the full college experience includes exploring student life and making time for self-care!

• Student Life
• Rutgers-Newark Events Calendar
• Student Life Organizations
• Searching for Rutgers Staff/Faculty Contact Info?

RU-N also has resources to help with your personal growth and success!

• Counseling Services
  • Counseling Center
  • U-Will
  • Rutgers Mental Emergency Services
• RU Food Pantry
• Basic Needs Information Hub
• Financial Aid Guide
  • View & Pay Your Term Bill
• Office of Disability (Class Accommodations)

 

 

 

Understanding your potential major or career interests early on is a powerful way to make your college journey more meaningful and focused. By identifying 2–5 areas you’re curious about and connecting them with your personal values and strengths, you’ll not only explore what excites you but also gain clarity on where you can thrive. This process helps you make informed academic choices and sets a strong foundation for your future goals.

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• Compare Majors at RU-N

Navigating college can feel overwhelming, but learning how to use the university’s academic, financial, and personal support systems early on can make a huge difference in your success. Tools like Course Schedule Planner, Degree Navigator, and the Navigate app help you stay organized, track your progress, and connect with your advisors.

• Help Building a Class Schedule – Course Planner
• Reviewing your Major, Minor, and Credit Completion – Degree Navigator
• How to book an appointment with your advisors – Navigate

College brings new freedom—and new responsibilities. Creating a time-management calendar helps you balance classes, study time, work, and personal life so you don’t fall behind or burn out. Empowering yourself to take control of your schedule is key to collegiate success!

• Free Digital Time Management Maker
• RU-N Resources for Time Management and Organization

Getting involved on campus is one of the best ways to feel connected, build community, and grow both personally and professionally. By using the tools and links provided below, you’ll be able to participate in campus-wide social, educational, or career events, you’ll expand your network, gain new experiences, and discover resources that support your success. These opportunities can open doors, boost your confidence, and make your college experience more rewarding.

• RaiderLink – Official Campus Community Platform
• Undergraduate Research Opportunities
• Rutgers-Newark Events Calendar
• AFC/EOF Calendar of Events
• RU-N Student Calendar