When I started college, I had no roadmap. Both of my parents went to college in a different country, so I couldn’t rely on them for advice about majors, internships, or navigating campus resources. I had to figure everything out on my own. It was overwhelming at first, but it also pushed me to start Read More…
Category: Learning Tips
Study session and Starbucks-the essentials to studying as a college freshman
No Sugar Coating It’s no lie, college isn’t a breeze. Plenty of all nighters and missed hangouts to finish projects, its all about finding what works best for you and what you want to prioritize over the next four years. One of the main things to consider is location.location.location. Finding a good spot to campout Read More…
The top 3 study hacks nobody told me about as a college freshman
When I was an incoming freshman, I had absolutely no idea how to effectively study and learn in a college setting— I didn’t know where to look. Unfortunately, I didn’t have a blog like this that listed these three essential study hacks. As an incoming freshman, you can make your life easier by adapting these Read More…
Study, Study, Study
When you are studying or last-minute cramming for a test it can be stressful and hard to do. So simple ways to stay sane while studying and getting ready for your exams or tests are important to know. Simple steps you can do to get all your work done fast and well. I am going Read More…
Studying Tips!
It can be incredibly overwhelming to figure out how to study for your first few college exams. There’s a huge amount of material, not a lot of time to study, and so many distractions! Here are a few tips to get through your first few exams: Keep your notes organized: If you start by having Read More…
These Apps Will Boost Your Studying Skills to Another Level
On the first day of classes of my first year, I probably downloaded 30 new apps on my phone in order to “stay organized.” Truth is, I never even opened half of them. I’m going to spare you from doing the same by showing you exactly which apps you will absolutely need and use to Read More…
3 Tips to Make College Studying a Breeze
After completing two years of college, I have certainly learned a lot of the best “ins and outs” of studying. Just making a couple small changes in your study habits can be monumental for your success in the classroom. 1. Find Your Spot The most crucial piece of consistently having productive study sessions is finding Read More…
Madison Survival Guide: Study Tips
By: Grace Paar Going to school at UW Madison is no joke and classes ask a lot from the students. There are easy ways to make learning manageable and fun, while still understanding the information. Find a study Buddy – It is very important to find someone you work well with. Having someone to study Read More…
The Important Music Genre for Studying
After studying for hours, it can become hard to focus. Even if you are not in a band, don’t play an instrument, or never listen to classical music, I have found that classical music is your friend when it comes to focusing on homework. Listening to music with words has never been helpful to me Read More…
Simple Tips to Get you Through
Coming to college can be scary for many reasons. One of them is learning how to complete all of your work and study so that you are as best prepared as you possibly can be. It can be a scary change from high school, but I am here to give you a few tips to Read More…