Studying is a big part of student life. You can make the most of your study time by developing better study skills. The resources on this guide can help!
With remote classes and changing rules on campus, a lot of studying has to happen at home. Here are some tips to make an effective study space in your home:
1. Create a dedicated place for studying; As much as possible, create a separation between the place where you study and the places where you relax, play games, or hang out with friends. If you can't literally set aside a space, find ways to use your space differently to minimize distractions. Maybe that means shutting off the TV and turning your seat to face a neutral wall or window.
2. Create a routine schedule for studying. Pay attention to your own rhythms; do you concentrate better in the morning, the afternoon, the evening? If you have to share your space with a roommate or roommates, sit down together and set a studying schedule for the room/apartment. During study times, roommates will agree to maintain quiet and not distract each other.
3. Maintain a healthy sleep and eating schedule
4. Avoid multitasking: try to create an environment for yourself that will not tempt you to do other things like watch TV.
If you have a gap between classes, why not find a place on campus to make use of that time?
Most class buildings have open areas where students can sit and study during the day. Find a place that is quiet and make it a routine to study during your day.
Look for places that you are comfortable but without friends who will interrupt your time. (Or with friends who have similar study styles/goals.)
Make sure you have everything that you need to study: notes, paper, pens, pencils, etc.
Currently (Spring 2022), the library has all floors open for students to drop in and study any time. Floors 2,3, and 4 are designated as quiet study areas. Here's a list of other buildings on campus that have open study areas.