... Of Preparing for Midterms

Hey Future Panthers!

At UNI, midterms are approaching, which means a ton of homework, projects, and tests.  This is also the time where most students are either relieved or overwhelmed… 

Here are some tips to avoid feeling so overwhelmed about midterms during your time on campus!

·       Make to do lists or keep a planner

Lists are a great way to manage your activities, homework, and deadlines.  It is also a great feeling when you are able to cross items off your list!

·       Turn off Netflix

Many of us are guilty of binge watching Netflix, but when midterms are coming up, it is a good idea to either turn it off or minimize how much you spend your time watching it.  Instead, use this time to be productive by studying, completing projects, or doing homework

·       Find a study spot

Personally, I find it difficult to do intense studying in my room or house’s lounge.  Find a study spot that is quiet, not too busy, and without lots of distractions.

·       Study a little bit every day

Pretty self-explanatory; studying a little bit every day helps make the workload seem a lot less intimidating!

·       Don’t procrastinate

In the moment, procrastination might seem like a great idea, but do not do it.  The all-nighters, last minute study sessions, and panic about if you will finish a paper on time is not worth the stress.  Like I said before, get a little bit done every day.  Set little daily goals and this will help reduce the amount of stress that comes with procrastination.

·       Get plenty of rest

It might feel like you are constantly on the move, so be sure to get lots of rest to keep your energy up for the next day!

·       Exercise

Exercising is a great way to keep endorphins going!  It is also a great way to relieve stress while staying healthy!

·       Do something fun

This can be anything!  For my roommate, she has decided that a nap is what sounds the best right now.  I volunteered at Special Olympics with my friends.  Do something that will just make you relax, laugh, or be happy.

Sydney and me with our buddy Mark at Special Olympics

 -STAR Courtney