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Final Exam Preparation Tips

May 11, 2020

t's May 1st, which means finals are right around the corner. We want to ensure you do your best even while distance learning so here are some tips to help you prepare!

1. Turn off all distractions- Whether this is your phone, a television, or finding a seperate room from your parents/roommates on a work call, it is important to seperate yourself and find a clean space to focus.
2. Don't get too comfortable- Avoid working from a place you may forget to work on: whether that be a comfy couch or your bed. Find a place that keeps you accountable. 
3. Utilize Zoom for study groups- Although you may not sit next to your classmates every week anymore, that does not mean they have to be out of sight out of mind. Promising to study together is a tool you can use to keep yourself working and motivated.
4. Set a goal amount of study time each day- Try not to study too little or too much in one day, you can burn out either way. If you dedicate specific time to work and include breaks, you will be much more productive.
5. Keep an updated calendar for each lecture or exam you have- While sleeping through a final is a nightmare we have all had before, this becomes much closer to reality as we take them from home. Make sure you are on top of your schdule for the week, knowing what time you will need to be up and present for your exam.

These past few weeks have been difficult for all of us. If you find yourself feeling unmotivated to take on the day in front of you, make to-do lists, take breaks, make sure you eat healthy snacks and have enought water throughout the day,  but just know that these days will pass. We hope you find these tips helpful as you prepare for your final exams. Good luck!!

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Apr 02, 2020

Hello March!

Mar 04, 2020

March represents many different things for people. Two of the biggest things celebrated during March are the start of Spring and St. Patrick’s Day- what’s not to love about either one of those?! Below you will find some fun facts and information on both that will help you prepare for the celebrations.

National Holidays in March

• Women's History Month
• Deaf History Month
• National Craft Month
• Optimisim Month
• National Foreign Language Month
• Irish American Heritage Month
• Expanding Girls' Horizons in Science and Engineering Month

Spring Time Greatness

• Spring, also known as the Vernal Equinox, officially begins on March 19th
• Our clocks will spring ahead for Daylight Saving Time on Sunday, March 8th
• The term Spring or “springtime” refer to the idea of rebirth, rejuvenation, renewal, resurrection and regrowth.
• The season Spring brings with it the ability to start enjoying more outside activities that you may not be able to do in the Winter season. These can include: Camping, Fishing, Flying a Kite, Playing Mini Golf & Starting your garden! More activities can be found here!

All Things Green

• St. Patrick’s Day, commonly referred to as St. Paddy’s Day, is on March 17th
• Corned Beef & Cabbage is a traditional St. Patrick’s Day dish that originated in New York and not Ireland. Find some great Irish recipes here!
• The popularity of Shamrocks and Four Leaf Clovers stems from St. Patrick using these plants to explain the holy trinity to the Irish.
• St. Patrick’s Day cannot be complete unless you are wearing green and everything around you is green! When celebrating, some show their Irish pride more than others. Take a look here!