Not to get all sentimental about Nipissing, but one of the best things about this place is that the professors always find time for you! We call this our "open door policy." I've had professors who have read over drafts of my paper, helped me understand difficult texts and sometimes just had time to chat about politics (and if it's Professor Toivo - over tea!).
One of my professors at Cornell gave us the advice that you should always go to office hours at least once for each class and I think it's a good suggestion. It can be intimidating, but generally Nipissing profs are really welcoming during their office hours. Your mark can only go up if you take the time to get your professor's input before the assignment is due.
Another reason you should really take advantage of office hours is that because you will find that some questions just can't be answered in class, whether it's a personal situation that's impeding your school progress, of if you still don't "get it" and don't want to disrupt the class for the 16th time.
An added bonus is that your prof will know you better when it comes time for references... say for grad school...
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