For most of us the semester is about half over. The second half always seems to go faster than the first. Now is a good time to look ahead and plan your work for the remainder of the semester.
If you have not done so already, write down all your major exams, papers and assignments. You can probably get the final exam schedule, so put your exams on your calendar also. If you know an exam is cumulative, note that as well.
Next, see if there is anything outside your classes that you need to take care of. This could be anything like going home for someone's birthday, attending a cultural or sporting event, scheduling future classes or talking with financial aid. All of these things are important and cannot be put off.
Then see if there is anything you can do ahead of schedule - start the paper, plan the project or buy the birthday gift.
Finally, make a weekly to-do list at the beginning of each week. You can also have a long-term list. It is very motivating to cross things off as they are accomplished!
You want to enjoy your time in college while you are learning. Planning ahead will help avoid stress and give you time to relax and enjoy the moment!
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First Semester Success: Learning Strategies and Motivation for Your First Semester (or Any Semester) of College, by Dr. Arden B. Hamer, is available at wordassociation.com, amazon.com and barnesandnoble.com.
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