What are some helpful tips for students starting their first year at University of Mysore?

I have a few friends from the University of Mysore. Here are some tips that they shared with me. 

• Be friendly with the faculty members and staff.
• Attendance is compulsory at this university. You can even get disbarred from giving examinations. So, maintain the required attendance percentage.
• Use the library. You will find useful books there. There is also a digital library.
• Hostel accommodation is good. Get a bicycle to explore the campus.
• Make some friends.
• Visit the places nearby campus like Kukkarahalli lake, Gandhi park, etc. Visit the Kannada dept. There are some important Archeological collections. 

These are some of the things that you should keep in mind if you are planning to join the University of Mysore.