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…
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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…
Study Now Party Later
Dear incoming UW-Madison freshman, listen up because I have some first-year tips for you to ensure you’re not overwhelmed by your course load. One thing I wish I found out about before I signed up for classes was MadGrades. MadGrades is a website online that gives you a breakdown of the average grades for a Read More…
Basking on Bascom
Finishing this past semester of college had me feeling like the world had been lifted off my shoulders. After months of online schooling, I was ecstatic to begin my summer in Madison as not only a student on campus but, now, just another local resident. However, I quickly realized that, because I spent so much 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…
Study Smarter Not Harder
Many students realize their high school study habits aren’t very effective in college. This is understandable as college is quite different. Often, professors are less personally involved, classes are bigger, exams are worth more, reading is more intense, and courses are much more rigorous. That doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with you; it just means Read More…
Cut Down on Screen Time When Possible.
Throughout the Coronavirus pandemic, I found myself spending drastically more time on my phone and laptop than ever before. Online school made me exhausted, both mentally and physically. Taking breaks has always seemed like its own task that I’ve never been great at. Here are three ways I take a break from digital distractions to Read More…
Studying Tips From A Social Butterfly
Studying and social butterfly seem like an unlikely pair right? Not anymore… Coming to college, I felt like high school had prepared me well. But, I’d be lying if I told you my first semester Freshman year grades were perfect. That semester taught me how to adjust to the different type of academic environment and Read More…
Get Up and Move into your Study Break!
Study breaks are a crucial part of making it through exams and especially finals! No one can study 24/7 no matter how hard you try. It’s important to give yourself a mental break to stay sharp and focused during your study time. I have found that the best study break is to get active. You Read More…
Take A Break
Taking a study break is extremely important especially with classes being online for many students this past school year. I have spent many days sitting in one chair for six hours only ever getting up to go to the bathroom or fill my water bottle. By the end of the day, I’m exhausted and want Read More…