Monday Morning Inspiration/Quick Tips

With midterm results currently plaguing students everywhere, the last thing on our minds is probably getting ready for finals and working on final projects. Thanksgiving is coming up, homecoming is this week, and, believe me, excitement is in the air. Four day weekend right around the corner? Food, family, and friends? Count me in. While these times should be moments for relaxation and rest, that does not mean you cannot get ahead on your school work and get some projects/papers done in your spare time. I know, who is this guy and why does he think he can tell me how to spend my time?! While it may sound ridiculous to some people, getting schoolwork done during the break and in the midst of all the excitement will make the rest of your semester much easier, especially during finals. I’m not saying to spend the whole break studying, but if you can get an assignment or paper out of the way, your stress levels will be significantly lower and you’ll end up much happier and, hopefully, with better grades at the end of the semester! That being said, enjoy your Thanksgiving break and homecoming festivities as per usual. But I promise that writing that paper instead of binge-watching two hours of your new favorite show on Netflix or partying hard EVERY night this week will pay off later on!

Some food for thought,

Don't Let Your Break BREAK You!

Thanksgiving break is right around the corner! YAY! 

But while it can be very tempting to check out early, drool over your Thanksgiving feast, and binge-watch a whole season of Orange is the New Black on Netflix, it’s important to use your breaks to start on those assignments due when you get back. 

This semester, Finals Week starts on December 4^th. That’s only 3 days after we return from Thanksgiving break! Don’t get me wrong—enjoy your break! Watch a few episodes of the show you’ve been watching, kick back and catch up on your R&R. But make sure to also dedicate some time and get a head start on those assignments that are due after the break.

Here are some quick tips to keep yourself afloat during those last assignments and finals:

1.       Make a schedule

Set aside some time during Thanksgiving break to study or work on those assignments due after, even if it’s just a few of them. It’ll make the last two weeks of the Fall semester easier.

2.   Make a checklist

Organizing the things you have to do will make it easier to stay on topic and not get sidetracked. Plus, crossing things off feels nice!

3.   Take breaks

We’re not saying ONLY work on school during Thanksgiving break. Just make sure to get started on it. And take small breaks while you work on the assignments.

4.      Stay Organized

Stick to your schedule and checklist.