FINALS GUIDE
MONDAY, MAY 12, 2014
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ADVICE
PAGE 5
Follow these 10 tips for a successful finals week
EMORY HALL news@kansan.com
KELSEY WEAVER/KANSAN
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Maybe you've gone to every lecture and discussion, taken notes by hand, looked up every key term and footnote in your textbook-or maybe you've let your books hang out in your backpack since spring break. Wherever you're at in the semester, a finals tip list is perfect for any student who may have it together, or for the one who procrastinates more than a Buzzfeed list-maker.
1. TURN OFF NOTIFICATIONS.
It might seem like a great idea to take breaks during studying, but scrolling through your Facebook page will contribute to major distraction. Cut off all sources of stalking temptation (you can look at party pics later) and turn off Facebook. Set your homepage to Google or another studious site and pay attention.
2. PRIORITIZE.
This can be tricky, but extremely helpful when you're trying to balance a few difficult classes. Order your classes from the toughest to the easiest, and begin your studying at the top. If you take a glance at your calendar and focus on the classes necessary for success, you can optimize your study time.
3. EAT HEALTHY.
Late night study sessions = late night snacking. You don't want to walk out of your last final feeling crappy about your dinners of Goldfish and Red Bull at the library. Instead of snack food, try munching on apples or carrots. The fiber in fruits and vegetables will keep you full, while the act of snacking will help you focus. While treating yourself to a
post-exam ice cream cone is completely understandable, try not to overhaul your diet with high salt and sugary foods as they tend to make your body crash.
4. FIND A GOOD PLACE TO STUDY.
Find the spot that suits you best whether it's in the peace and quiet of a library or the low-volume chatter at a coffee shop. You'll get more accomplished and feel more relaxed if you're able to focus.Watson and Anschutz are
convenient, spacious and open 24 hours during finals week.
5. SAY "YES" TO PUPPIES
Anschutz is sponsoring study breaks involving these adorable creatures next week. Stepping out of the confines of academia and petting a dog can be good for your mood and your stress levels.
"I play fetch or take my dog for a walk when I'm feeling super stressed about school which is good for me," Julie
Anderson, a sophomore from DeSoto, said.
This quick break is good for not only you, but also for your furry friend.
6. . . BUT SAY "NO" TO ALL NIGHTERS.
Long nights spent cramming for tests sound like a great idea until you start
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