大学Recap

那些大学时光の Learnings & Sharings

Drawing as Hobby VS Graphic Design

Drawing and Graphic Design relates to each other as both communicates ideas through visual. BUT!! They are actually two different major. 

P/s: You may refer to my previous post to see the pathway of Graphic Design. 

(A high level overview) If you prefer: 

i) Traditional drawing >> look into fine art studies 

ii) Photoshop, Procreate, Sketchbook App >> look into Illustration, Digital Art, Concept Art etc. 

iii) Adobe Illustrator, layout arrangement, logo design >> Graphic Design 

Gains and Pains 

Gains: 
1 - Self development (career & mindset) 

2 - Friendship & Networking 

3 - The sandbox to make mistakes 

Pains: 

1 - Self doubt

2 - Every choice counts 

3 - Quality of education varies 

To me, university is the best time for you to explore and discover anything you wanted to know. 

Attending university is not just about getting the cert that doesn’t guarantee a good job, it’s not just about getting friends and relationship 

It’s also the opportunities to broaden your mindset such as working on different projects, communicating with different personalities, etc

How you manage your time, your studies, problem solving, discover your personalities, etc.

I usually have self doubts when lecturer don’t have much comments XD

And when I’m not super satisfied with my work. 

As your workload grows, your self discipline, your choice, your priority are the key to how your university life will turn out, hence be wise on what you choose and do.

Assignment Management

Tips: 

Multitasking is NOT working on a few tasks at the same time. 

Multitasking IS switching between different tasks in the shortest time. 

Write down your tasks, list the priorities, and utilize technology to help you get things done. 

Apps: Google Calendar, phone calendar, Notion, Microsoft To Do, etc

University Hacks

University is not just about the lectures and the certificate, 

there is so much more to you being a university student. 

1. Do Self Studies 

    - Lectures and tutorials won't be enough 

2. Take up responsibilities 

    - Learn different roles, this is the time you can make mistakes and learn to solve it. 

3. Work life balance 

    - Enjoy while making sure everything is on track

4. Network around

    - Mingle around and learn different major, personalities, work style, etc 

5. Aim High, Go For It at your youngest days (Leave no regrets!) 

University Goals 

Set goals by having action plan + reason behind, so that you will be more motivated to achieve it. 

Example: 
- Ask question/ talk to lecturer = grow your courage 

- Complete homework on time = learn to be prepared 

- Attend event for yourself = focus on your own interest 

- Learn your strengths and weaknesses = know your worth 

- Set goals and achieve them = take action to live the life that you want! 

Roles to try during uni days! 

1. Assignment leader 

2. Class rep 

3. Best participant 

4. Event crew 

5. Event organizer 

6. Club committee

7. Student exchange 

Four pillars in University Gains & Reminders:

1. Time Management 

The 10,000 hour rule. 

The more time you spend on it, the more you will gain.

2. Social Circle 

Show me your friends and I'll show you your future. 

Choose your friends = choose your future

3. Personal Development 

If you don't know who you are, nobody will. 

Watch and learn who you are, you define who you will be. 

4. Career Development

University don't guarantee you a job, it only provides you the 

basic knowledge, the direction and the community. 

Take more action to learn and to grow!