So, reading break and the first wave of midterms are behind you. As the weather gets warmer and the days get longer, you are probably finding yourself at the point in the semester where things begin to get stressful. Midterms are coming in hot, you’re wondering what your plans will be for the summer, and all the while your end of term deadlines slowly creep up on you. If you get started now, you can set yourself up for a strong finish to the term!
The Chapman Learning Commons has some resources and tips to help you end your second term on a high note.
Resources
- Keep Learning is a great resource for online learning and self-care tips.
- Check out our Managing Your Time toolkit to help you stay on track.
- Read this blog post on how to set up a great study space to get you in the zone.
- Learn more about ways to improve your focus with this blog post.
If you are having difficulties with online learning technologies or are looking for academic support resources, drop into our virtual office (chat or video call from 9 am to 4 pm PST, Monday to Friday). You can email us to book a consultation, or fill out this form.
If you are looking to get out of your home study space, book a space at IKBLC for a change of scenery (open 9 am – 8 pm Monday – Friday and 10 am – 6 pm on Saturday).
Tips
Map it All Out
At this point in the term, it is a good idea to put all of your big deadlines on paper to start to visualize how you need to allocate your time. Sometimes, multiple papers or projects being due in the same week can sneak up on us and be overwhelming. Becoming aware of these situations early allows you to give yourself sufficient time to get started. Check out our assignment calculator to help build yourself a plan to stay on track. Also, read this blog post by one of our CLCAs, where Alina discusses the importance of keeping a to-do list.
Start Early
The best way to avoid end of term stress is to start early. The more organized and diligent you are in March, the easier your April will end up being. One way to ensure you accomplish this is to create a study plan that encourages you to hit a certain number of hours for each course in a given week. After you have mapped out your deadlines and exam dates, you should start to
have a better idea of when each class will demand your time and as a result you will be able to build your study plan accordingly.
Think About Your Summer
If you haven’t already considered plans for the summer, it’s not too late! Internships and volunteer opportunities are still available. One of the keys to finding something is to continuously apply, seek feedback, and not get discouraged! Whether you are looking to gain experience or take classes to reduce your course load next year, knowing what your plans are for the summer can be comforting during exam season. Keep an eye on Careers Online for postings that could be a good fit for you!
Upcoming Events
Balancing Life and Learning Online: Self-Care and Productivity
We’ll consider how to make space for your personal wellbeing when working and studying from home. Drawing from advice and experiences of CLC Assistants, you will develop approaches to working remotely that keep your wellbeing in mind and consider how your unique context might impact your work-life balance. You’ll leave with resources to support your success.
March 1st, 2021, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm PST – Register Here
Group Presentations Online
As students learning and connecting online, there is a lot to consider—especially when working with others. You will leave this workshop with knowledge on how to prepare and give effective group presentations online, from working with each other to engaging a class with technology.
March 18th, 2021, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm PST – Register Here
From Your Peers
To hear advice and perspectives from upper year students who have been in your shoes, check out our blog – we share great student tips, such as our tips for first-time job hunters (going live March 5th)!
