Summer break is just around the corner, but until then, we have to get through finals week. Here are some tips on how to survive!
1. Don't wait until the last second to start studying/working
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2. Write your final papers first because they can be done ahead of time
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3. Make a study schedule
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4. Don’t forget to include some study breaks
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5. Visit your professors during their office hours
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6. Make a study guide or a Quizlet
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7. Go to bed early, especially if you have an 8 a.m. final the next day!
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8. Attend stress-relief events, like petting puppies and food giveaways
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9. Teach the material to someone else
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10. Take advantage of the white boards in the lounges and library
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11. Get rid of your major distractions like social media and Netflix
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12. Don’t over-study, but make sure that you don't under-study either
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13. Write in different colors and use highlighters
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14. After you finish studying, retake your quizzes and exams to see if you've mastered the material
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15. Do your best! Remember, there are only a few more days until you're free for almost four months!
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