Listening to contemporary hits while studying can be very distracting. But complete silence can be exhausting. So here are five alternatives as you get ready for Finals.
4 reasons to stop cramming for exams
April 20, 2022 by
By Rachel Simpson*** Many students struggle with time management in college as their busy class schedules and challenging assignments create a never-ending grind. In response, college students often make a habit of cramming – the popular study method of trying to learn all information in a short amount of time right before the exam takes […]
Nine ways to succeed in college
April 24, 2020 by
Good advice as we start Finals Week! College creeps up on many unsuspecting victims, leaving them anxious and confused about what to do next. This anxiety only makes it harder to step back and make a plan for success. Whether you are a senior in high school or a junior in college, the pressure of […]
5 ways to stay motivated for Finals Week
April 23, 2020 by
The dreaded time after Spring Break always approaches rather quickly. For that wonderful week away, you were able to shut off your mind and not worry about school work. And with the coronavirus completely interrupting the semester this spring, getting back on track has been even tougher. But the pure bliss of freedom is still […]
7 ways Michael Scott can help you get through Finals Week
December 5, 2019 by
Ah, it’s that time of the year again. The scary and unavoidable finals are right around the corner, and there’s nothing you can do to stop them. It’s no secret that midterms flat out stink – they’re tough, annoying and undoubtedly stressful. One person who has gotten many people through their struggles is Michael Scott, […]
11 ways to DESTRESS as a broke college student
November 30, 2018 by
Students know college is an exciting time. It’s filled with new experiences, new people and new opportunities. However, students also know college can suck. The loads of homework, the plethora of projects, and don’t forget the exams! We get it. Here are some tips to help relieve stress without spending your savings. Have a Netflix […]
5 reasons studying late at night is a good idea
November 17, 2017 by
If you step into an undergrad campus around midterms or finals, it’s not at all uncommon to find students up at all hours. While some may take a well-rounded and considerably healthier approach to studying, there are others who prefer to study 24/7. But students who prefer to study at night are onto something. This […]
6 must-see movies for every college student
December 1, 2016 by
College is the most memorable time of our lives. From the moment you receive your first acceptance letter to the moment when you know senioritis has officially hit, college is one crazy ride. The journey is different for everyone. But we can all relate to a character, piece of dialogue or a scene in each […]
11 ways to survive the end of the semester in spite of a hurricane evacuation
November 28, 2016 by
. October is always a hectic month for College of Charleston students as midterms come way too fast and right in the middle of the best weather. But when a hurricane hits the coast and school is cancelled, well, that makes preparing for midterms and staying on track for finals even tougher than usual When […]
9 reasons that enchanting tale of ‘College’ is misleading
April 27, 2015 by
It’s a common story to tell America’s youth that college will be the best four years of their lives. Movies have been made about the ravishing college experience where the only problem the main character faces is whether he will get a kiss from the shy nerd who magically becomes beautiful as soon as her […]
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