Start the semester with stellar grades: A smarter note-taking strategy
Ethan Lejano/Staff
Now that I’ve finally figured it out, I thought I’d share some of my tips with you so we can all receive “gold stars” throughout the semester.
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Helpful resources to maintain your well-being and academic success during finals
Make your life a little less stressful this finals season by planning ahead, using campus resources and prioritizing yourself.
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Take a break: 4 short restivities for a long day of study
As you push through this semester, take a break! Even just 10 minutes every hour can be helpful in maintaining momentum and reducing some stress you may be feeling.
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Why you should awaken your Christmas spirit this year
Now this is a time of year that I associate with hitting essay word counts, dreading final papers and exams and, of course, rummaging through all my notes so that I can be as prepared as possible for finals.However, now more than ever, it is so very vital that we as Bears try to embrace the Christmas spirit.
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My professor let me pick my own grade, and I might fail myself
“Ungrading” attempts to alleviate the stress and anxiety of traditional grading and test-taking by allowing students to determine their own grades.
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Tips for reducing finals anxiety
Here are some ways to help reduce the end-of-semester stress that can make a huge difference if you actually incorporate them!Make a study plan/schedule
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Reflections on the infamous post-midterm season slump
The problem is I already know what I need to do to make my life better, more fulfilling and more balanced, but I’m simply stuck. With the end of the semester quickly approaching, I doubt I’ll get it together by then.
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More of a trick than a treat: Why I’m not wild about Halloween
Halloween stresses me out. And because it stresses me out, I struggle to share in the excitement that builds around me the second we hit Oct. 1.
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A guide to cheering up your housemates during midterm season
Even though it can be hard to live with other stressed out people when you yourself are stressed, there are many ways to cheer up your roommates!
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Being in the moment: Mindfulness practices for a stressful semester
Mindfulness can mean a lot of different things, and there are plenty of ways to be more present at the moment and calm down your mind that can work for you. Here are some practices to help prepare yourself for the year and decrease stress.
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