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Tips for Students: Keys for Academic Success
 
Academic Counselors available (Lee Hall, Room 115; 337-482-6818).
 
  • Be an attentive, active listener in class by asking questions and developing strong note taking skills. Translate/recopy notes the same day you take them to increase retention.
  • Translate/recopy notes the same day you take them to increase retention.
  • Consider studying at the library, coffee shop or Guillory Hall near Cypress Lake if roommates or family members are distracting you at home.
  • Do not be afraid to approach professors for help during office hours.
  • Work less than 25 hours per week if enrolled in 12 or more credit hours.
  • Avoid a “drop mentality” (registering for one more class than you plan to finish, to allow for dropping). Students who regularly drop are not nearly as successful as those who complete all registered hours.
  • Minimize test anxiety by being thoroughly prepared, getting a good night’s rest and eating a healthy meal before an exam.
  • Take advantage of free math tutoring or join a study group at the Learning Center, 2nd floor, Lee Hall.
  • Obtain assistance with English papers at the Writing Center, 1st floor, Griffin Hall.
  • Through SMARTHINKING.com, access live tutorials in writing across all subjects, including math, accounting, statistics, and economics as well as a full range of study resources, including writing manuals. Sign-in through ULink.

    Tips for Students: Recommended Study/Work Hours
    Credit Hours
    Study Hours Per Week
    Work Hours Per Week
    (no more than)
    15
    30
    15-18
    12
    24
    24
    9
    18
    30
 

Document last revised Monday, October 22, 2007 11:58 AM

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