April 7, 2021
End-of-Term Success Strategies
by Amy Mirabelli, Student Success and Development
The end of the term, especially in the spring, can bring challenges and stressors. For many, it has been a long school year — one that at times, felt like a rollercoaster ride that starts in the fall and tumbles at high speed into the spring. The nicer weather and the desire to spend summer days outside coupled with essays, projects, and final tests can lead to feeling overwhelmed. It’s important to keep your morale high as we approach the end of the term. Here are some success strategies to stay focused and finish out the term strong:
Anticipate, Prioritize, Plan for your final weeks of the spring 2021 term by:
- Being mindful of the academic calendar and your learning contract dates and deadlines.
- Tracking your remaining assignments, final projects and/or tests.
- Finding your pace and sticking to it. Thereare recommended hours of study based on the number of courses you have. What works best for you? Many times, this is trial and error.
- Overestimate the amount of time needed to complete an assignment. It’s a great motivator when you finish a task early!
- UtilizeThe Assignment Calculator.
- Create a to-do list. Understand your priorities.
- Get a planner or use an electronic calendar to prioritize important deadlines.
- Be intentional about your study and work time.
- Be alert. Try not to study when exhausted.
- Do less work more often, which allows you to get something done even when you have little time to spare.
Manage your time – As Easy as A, B, C, D, E:
- Anticipate and Plan
- Balance
- Cross Things Off
- Don’t Procrastinate
- Engage in Self-Care
Take time out for a needed study break by Engaging in yourSUNY Empire State College Communityby joining a SUNY Empire Connects virtual session.
Future Term Planning and Preparation
- Be aware of SUNY Empire State College important dates and deadlines.
- Reach out to your mentor to request a meeting to talk about registering for your upcoming term classes.
- Register for classesearly to ensure your spot. Summer 2021 registration is currently open!
Get assistance and support if needed
- Being successful in college doesn’t mean not asking for help. We are here to support you!
- Connect with a learning coach and/or attend a virtual workshop through ourAcademic Support Services
- Reach out to Student Success and Development. We’re here to help connect you with college resources, answer questions, encouragement, and problem solving.
- If you need assistance after business hours, check out the 1Stop Student Serviceswebsite where you can find helpful information.
- Rely on family, friends, and people who support your goals.
Most importantly, keep your goals in mind and believe in yourself!
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