What are some good tips for new graduate students at the Manipal Institute of Technology?

Here are a few tips for new graduates at the Manipal Institute of Technology

• Develop social connections not only within college but outside the college too. Talk to students from different colleges to broaden your perspective.
• Develop a healthy rapport with your seniors as they are better guides than your teachers. They will help you in deciding your career and activities.
• Maintain a good bond with your teachers and make yourself known by interacting with them frequently during classes.
• Spend your free time reading books in the library other than your course books. Explore and excite your intellectual senses. 
• Instead of staying holed up in your room the entire day, go and explore the beautiful city of Manipal and the other places outside it. 
• Go through your curriculum to get an idea of what the branch is teaching you. Dont just depend on classroom sessions, go through online study material too.
• Actively participate in your college fests as it is a unique learning experience.
• Come out of your comfort zone and face challenges. Live your ostel life to the fullest.

Personally, I feel that the first year is the best experience you will have as you are not burdened with the pressure of career-making so you are free to make as many mistakes as you can. Eventually, you will outgrow your fears and come out stronger!