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RRR Week itself is a strange concept for the college student to understand. It’s odd to not have to wake up for classes every day, and we’re not quite sure if we should be studying or not. The free time is almost too much for us. At some point, you
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UC Berkeley students tend to shut down during dead week. They retreat to the library, where the blinding fluorescent lights replace natural sunlight and the only distraction from their studies is to refill their reusable water bottles and use the restrooms. Consumed by stress, students forget that a plethora of
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We’re all well-acquainted with the feeling of stomach-dropping panic that comes along with every big exam. The mantra “I’m screwed for this test” has been echoed in every study session, floor lounge and reserved room in Main Stacks, if not since the beginning of time itself, then at least since
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The week before finals week is the week we’ve all been waiting for – RRR Week. To make sure we don’t risk the possibility of dying of too much stress, caffeine or alcohol, we at the Clog sat down to think of every important thing we must consider to survive this week
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When you understand the material “Do they understand what I’m saying or are they just nodding?” “I feel like I’m teaching everything.” “Psychology claims that teaching the material will help me understand it better too.” “I’m not sure if I believe that.” “Have I ever seen these people at lecture before?” “She doesn’t even
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It’s now the middle of the semester. Classes and activities are in full swing, and your obligations are beginning to take precedence over your mental and physical health. On any given night, you might be studying for a midterm, preparing for a club meeting, finishing a lab report, baking a
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Oh, midterms. Whether you’re currently studying for a midterm or just survived one, a test is ruling your life right now. Like getting flyered on Sproul or making awkward eye contact with the person you’ve been trying to secretly stare at, you just can’t avoid it. As a way to procrastinate, we
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For those of us who chose to take summer classes, it’s finals week (or at least for some of us). This is a stressful time for students, and it is important to remember that grades do not define you. Here are some tips to keep in mind as you study and
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Are you stressing out because you didn’t study enough over the break? Are you looking at your schedule and questioning your ability to finish the semester? Don’t beat yourself up about not doing work over the break; you got this! Here are four reasons why you shouldn’t freak out. Spring
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It’s been a month of school by now, and we know what that means: Some of us have struggled through midterms and realized how seriously underprepared we are. If this is you, and we bet it is, here are some applications for your phone or laptop that you can use
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