ICSM Common Hour Workshop Presented by the Academic Advising Center Time Management/Budgeting

Choose a table leader! Let’s Begin!!!!

 According to a study in the College Student Journal Stress among college students can be attributed to both Intrapersonal and interpersonal situations as well as academic and environmental issues  Students in the study indicated that academic issues of increased workload and lower performance then expected were the biggest contributors to student stress.  One way to accomplish all of your requirements, lessen stress, and increase your success is to use time management/budgeting strategies. Ross, S.E., Niebling, B.C., and Heckert, T.M. (1999). Sources of stress among college students. College Student Journal. 33, Why manage/budget your time?

 Group leader take materials from the bucket and place on the table.  Choose one student to record what the group says as they work to complete the task.  You must completely fill the large container leaving no space.  You must use all of the large rocks.  You must use at least some amount of sand, water and blue marbles. Fill the Container

 When you have completed the task, replace the lid to indicate completion.  You must work carefully and thoughtfully.  You have 5 minutes to plan and complete the task…..GO!!!! Fill the Container

 Large container = Each day  Rocks = Large tasks such as academics and educational requirements (set in stone!)  Blue Marbles = Daily activities  Sand = Fun  Water = What is left to accomplish Debrief

 Recorders read the comments made during the activity to your group.  As a group discuss the connections between your comments and how they relate to the topic of Time Budgeting as you now understand the meaning of the elements in the activity  Recorder write your groups conclusions on the large white paper and post once the conversation is complete. Discussion

 The process of Time Management/Budgeting The process of Time Management/Budgeting Time management/budgeting

Where to begin

Steps to follow for successful Time Management/Budgeting  Plan each day.  Prioritize your tasks.  Say no to nonessential tasks.  Delegate.  Take the time you need to do a quality job  Break large, time-consuming tasks into smaller tasks. Practice the 10-minute rule. Evaluate how you're spending your time. Limit distractions. Get plenty of sleep, eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly. Take a break when needed.

Block out the following on your weekly calendar handout  Class meetings  Meals  Naps/down time  Activities with mandatory meetings (sports, practice)  Exercise  3 hours x # of credits for homework Preparing your calendar

An example!

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