Why Gratitude Matters After Admission: A Message to New Students
Practical advice for new students on showing appreciation, protecting helpful services, and building strong campus relationships.
Introduction
Getting admitted into a college or university is a huge milestone. In the excitement that follows, it’s easy to forget the people who helped you — friends, mentors, agents, or administrators who guided you through forms, portals, and procedures. Showing gratitude after admission is more than polite behaviour: it’s how you build lasting relationships, protect community support systems, and create opportunities for future students.
Why gratitude matters
- It keeps networks alive. The campus community functions because people help one another. When you thank someone, you reinforce a culture of mutual support.
- It preserves reputation. Being remembered as a respectful and grateful student helps you later — for references, internships, and campus opportunities.
- It motivates helpers. Small acts of appreciation encourage people who work behind the scenes to keep assisting others.
Simple, respectful ways to show gratitude
You don’t need to do anything grand — here are practical and sincere options:
- Send a short thank-you message. A clear WhatsApp text or email that says “thank you” and mentions exactly what you appreciate goes a long way.
- Confirm details politely. If someone helped with documentation or printing, confirm the final status and say you appreciate their time.
- Offer to refer others. Recommend the helper to other students who legitimately need assistance — that’s a valuable way to repay help.
- Pay reasonable fees when agreed. If a helper indicated a printing or facilitation fee, honour that agreement if you can; it sustains the service for others.
- Leave a short testimonial. A one-sentence public recommendation on WhatsApp status or social media builds the helper’s credibility.
How to protect helpful services and avoid misunderstandings
To make sure helpers stay willing and able to support future applicants, follow these practical steps:
- Agree terms before work begins. A short message like “I’ll help you submit — printing and portal fees are ₦6,000” prevents confusion later.
- Ask for a token commitment. A small deposit or a confirmation message reduces no-shows and shows seriousness.
- Keep documentation. Save screenshots, receipts, and chat confirmations in case anyone asks later for proof.
- Respect timelines. If a helper asks for information (documents, photos), provide them promptly to avoid extra work or failed submissions.
What to do when someone forgets to say thanks
If the person you helped does not show appreciation, choose the response that protects your peace:
- Assume good intent first. They may be overwhelmed with new tasks and genuinely forget.
- Send one polite reminder. Example: “Congratulations again — if you found my help useful, a short message or small token is appreciated.”
- Don’t make it public. Avoid airing the issue on social media — it usually escalates the problem and harms reputations.
- Learn and adjust. Use the experience to refine your process (set fees, require deposits, use agreements).
Sample message templates (copy and use)
Feel free to copy these short messages for thanking a helper or for requesting a small token when appropriate:
Thank-you message:
Hi [Name], thank you so much for helping me with my admission. I really appreciate your time and guidance.
Requesting agreed fee politely:
Hi [Name], I’m grateful for your help with my portal printing. As we agreed, I can send the ₦6,000 for printing now — please share the details. Thanks!Final thoughts
Helping one another is what builds stronger campus communities. If you receive help, a short thank-you, a small agreed payment, or a referral helps keep that support available for other students. And if you provide help, set clear boundaries that protect your time and energy so you can keep assisting without being taken for granted.
If you’d like more resources on Campus Life or practical guides on admission procedures, check our Education category. For official admission guidelines and portal help, visit the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board: jamb.gov.ng. For university regulation information, see the National Universities Commission: nuc.edu.ng.
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