Category: Learning Tips

We have all been there… You are in your last year of high school and “Senioritis” has finally caught up to you. For those that don’t know, “Senioritis” is that feeling of your last year where you are just ready to graduate and move on. This can cause big problems for some students, but if Read More…

The transition from high school to college is one of the biggest changes in a young person’s life. In high school, everything is broken up and scheduled to provide students with the best guidance in order to help them succeed. College, on the other hand, is a completely different story. Nobody cares if you decide Read More…

Congratulations, after all of your hard work in high school, you’ve gotten into UW-Madison! So, here’s the real question: how many of you actually used the student planner you got for free every year? Here’s why you’ll need to use one this coming fall to help plan your study time… 1. Unlike high school, most Read More…

During your first year at UW-Madison, it can be hard to balance having fun and studying hard. If you manage your time and follow these tips, your life will be easier and your grades will be great! First, it is vital to attend all classes. I know it’s tempting to skip big lectures, because no Read More…

After three years of getting myself acquainted to the way things work around here, the best piece of advice that I can give any incoming freshman is to pace yourself. Not just in studying, but in new friendships, going out in downtown Madison and eating everything the dining hall has to offer because yes, the Read More…

Everyone dreads and stresses about finals week and acts like it’s the worst week of their lives. Yes, finals suck but there are a few perks you might not consider. Puppies on campus: This might be the best perk of finals week. During finals week there is at least one event put on by the school Read More…

I learned quickly in my first year of college that my high school study habits weren’t going to cut it in college. Like maybe some of you, I didn’t have to study much in high school. I’d listen and take notes in class and then go home and maybe review them once. And that worked Read More…

Coming to college can be scary, especially when you aren’t familiar with the area. Before starting classes the first day it is key to look at a campus map and see exactly where your courses are going to be. If it says “Humanities” or “Vilas”, I would recommend taking an extra couple of hours to Read More…

Everyone gets stressed over grades in college. However, you can overcome these stresses by optimizing your study process. Here are 3 tips you should know to ace a college course Go to class! I always looked forward to not being required to go to class in college. However, not going to class is the most Read More…

While this isn’t your typical list of study tips, it’s certainly something that can save you from frantically looking up Buzzfeed articles with study tactics the night before your final. UW offers First-Year Interest Groups (FIGs) for freshman, and you’d be silly not to at least consider them. You are bound to find something interesting, Read More…