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We asked current students "What is something that you didn't know when you came to CU that you wished you would have?"

Here's what they had to say:

That missing several classes, even if the work was done and turned in on time would cause such a problem. As an adult and successful Entrepreneur I knew what was expected so I completed the work and turned it in on time, butÌýmissed several classes and it really hurt my GPA.

Many classes can rely on class participation, making attending class important.

I wish I would've known how the bus system worked. I live off campus and so I bought a parking pass when I could've saved money using the buses and the free bus pass we get as students!

Every student at CU receives an RTD bus pass that allows for free public transportation. ÌýBusses run regularly around campus, as well as the RTD Flyer that travels from Â鶹ӰԺ to Denver on Hwy 36. ÌýThis allows students better commuting options if choosing to live off campus. ÌýAnother added benifit to the RTD pass is that you can travel the lightrail system around Denver metro area.

I wish I would have known how big the divide is between traditional and nontraditional students. I feel left out, which is fine, because I am an introvert anyway, but still.

We are working on incorporating new programs and events that willÌýwork to make CU more inclusive of itsÌýnon-traditional student community. ÌýNTSO and the Transfer Student Working Group, as well as other departments accross campus, are recognizing this divide and are developing newÌýevents specificallyÌýfor transfer/non-traditional students at welcome week and throughout the year.Ìý​

How financial aid works for summer classes.

There is actually a special application to complete for financial aid if you're considering taking summer classes. ÌýMake sure you have your FAFSA completed and fill out the application in MyCUInfo. ÌýHere are some more resources from the Office of Financial Aid for .

What free events were held on campus.

Free events are happening all the time on campus. ÌýFollow the Ìýand the on Facebook for events they host, but check out for many more.Ìý

Where to find food other than C4C.

If you're spending long days on campus, refueling is important. ÌýThe C4C is a great dinning option, and if that's all you know, branching out or trying to find something different may seem challenging. ÌýCheck out other campus dinning locations and hours from Ìýor here for a few other small locations. ÌýDon't forget to look out for , and .

There are many resource centers for students like the BOLD center which are very helpful.

Finding the right resources, or just having that quiet spot on campus that you know you can go and work can make all the different. ÌýFind the resources that can help you, or check out some of our favorite study spots.

That I had to take 3 semesters of a language of which only one counts towards my degree.

The state of Colorado haswhich are degree requirements for all schools/colleges at CU. ÌýThis may be seen as a challenge for students who transferred from out of state where high school requirements differed from CO state schools. ÌýReview the requirements and talk with your transfer or academic advisor to understand your options.

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