Time Management
How is Time Management Connected to Stress?
Some people can feel overloaded. Others often have to work late to hit deadlines. Or maybe some people's days seem to go from one crisis to another.
Sound like you?
There is a huge transition when coming to college. A lot of things change and that can be overwhelming. In order to have a successful transition, a person needs to find a balance. Taking on too much or simply not knowing how to manage time efficiently may result in unnecessary stress.
3 Things that Impact Time Management
Procrastination is the avoidance of a task that needs to be accomplished by a certain deadline, which causes a pile up of unneeded problems
Why wait?
Not keeping your environment clean, no laid out schedule, no goals to strive for, can cause chaos when you need peace of mind.
Organized Chaos
Some ways of studying are not helpful but harmful. It should not feel like a great burden but a relief when preparing for already stressful exams.
Stu'dying'
Tips to Fix Poor Habits
Schedules
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Keeping a planner can help organize information for classes
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You should go through each syllabi and jot down every upcoming essay, project, assignment and test.
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Set a daily routine for short, medium, and long term goals for your life, which gives you a vision on what you want to attain.
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Prioritize important information and due dates.
Getting Organized
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Becoming more organized can be as simple as having a good, clean working environment
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Clean and well-laid out desk and backpack helps to declutter not only your environment but also your brain
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Use a folder system to organize different classes & filling out a planner are key organizers to increase/maintain a high GPA
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Set rules and hold yourself accountable
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Avoid distractions and give yourself allotted breaks/fun time
Study Habits
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Do not cram for tests, space out studying and take breaks in between
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Utilize tutors and study groups
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Attend a professor's office hours for more help. Understanding how the professor thinks and what he/she is trying to teach students is key for understanding his/her lecture
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Create a regular time in your schedule to study for each class. This will prevent falling behind
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Make sure you get adequate sleep and food. These two are key in the retention of info
Making Time for You
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Make time for breaks. Constantly studying is not always beneficial
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Make time in your schedule for things you enjoy like TV, movies, hangout with friends, etc.
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Separate school time from hangout/break time
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Exercise
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Sleep
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Eat a well balanced diet
If you need more tips & tricks, visit with an Academic Success Coach at UNLV
Phone
702-895-0975
Office Hours
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Location
4505 S. Maryland Pkwy.
Las Vegas, NV 89154-2001
Student Services Building A Rm 254