Wednesday, January 11, 2006
Academic Skills workshops help you succeed
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USI Academic Skills offers academic support for all University students. Take advantage of the January Success Series Workshops and start the semester off right. All workshops are free and will be held from 3 to 3:30 p.m. in The Writers' Room, ED 1102. Time Management Get your semester off to a great start by learning the tips and techniques of time management that successful students and teachers already know. Learn the value of assessing needs by self-monitoring, delaying gratification and self-rewarding. Do yourself a favor and attend this workshop! Presented by Patty Beagle, instructor, Tuesday, January 17 or Wednesday, January 18. Top Ten Tips for Studying in College Are you overwhelmed with the demands of college? Take control over your learning. Come to this workshop and learn specific study strategies for college success. Presented by Jann Hickey, learning specialist, Thursday, January 19. Don’t Delay!: Anti-Procrastination Techniques Do you put things off? Do you review your iTunes playlist rather than reviewing your lecture notes? When you have a test to study for, does your refrigerator suddenly need cleaning out? If you procrastinate, this session will give you techniques for prioritizing and completing your academic workload. Presented by Deanna Odney, writing specialist, Tuesday, January 24. What’s Up With Your Image? Has someone made a lasting impression on you? Are you just “a fly on the wall?” Bet not! Discover how impressive you are and gain insight on how to develop your lasting impression! Presented by Pat Flake, supplemental instruction specialist, Wednesday, January 25. Taking Notes the Cornell Way Do you want to learn an effective system for organizing your notes into a valuable study guide? Interested in increasing your comprehension of class material? The Cornell method, which promotes active learning and critical thinking, is presented and practiced in this workshop. Presented by Lori Saxby, study skills specialist, Thursday, January 26 or Wednesday, February 1. Kiss the Test Anxiety Away A little bit of test anxiety can be a good thing. It's when the anxiety is excessive that it becomes a problem. Learn how to minimize your anxiety by preparing well beforehand and eating the right foods. Presented by Nancy Myers, math specialist, Tuesday, January 31. No registration is necessary. For more information, contact Lori Saxby at 812/ 464-1743. |
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