A Survival Guide for Finals Week

 By Eleana Stone
Social Media Intern

      As we wrap up the semester this week, most students are concerned and troubled by Finals Week. It is better to prepare in advance for finals, and to reach out to any professors for questions or concerns about your rather than waiting or giving up. Finals are already stressful enough, being prepared will save you from some anxiety.
     One of the most important steps is to create a plan for your finals. Use a calendar to mark out the dates of your exams, determine how much time you need to prepare. Making a schedule to study in advance for each class you have, and maybe consider spending more time studying for your harder classes.
Use your studying schedule to your best advantage! Study as often as you can, it may help to study with others as well. Once you create your schedule in advance, it is important that you can follow through with it.       If you are struggling with studying or understanding material on your own, you should seek out tutoring. Going to tutoring in advance of your finals is a big step forward.  
     Another important step is to remove any distractions, stress, or anxiety from your life. In other words, trying to remove yourself from things, activities or even people that will distract you from studying.
     Lastly, procrastination and distraction will take more away from you and your goals. It is important that you keep a clear mind, get enough sleep, stay hydrated and well fed.  Overall, finials can be extremely successful, but if there is consistent preparation, your chances of succeeding are high.