I have found that the paperwork on the first day of class can be very overwhelming to students considering that they have multiple classes. I like to make two packets to give to my students; One packet is the information that they can keep for themselves to review as needed (includes emergency evacuation maps, syllabus, my contact information) and a packet they must review, sign, and return.
Being organized and thorough helps to alleviate some of those first day anxieties!
