2. How do you spend your time? Identify time robbers Remaining hours are hours that could used to schedule study time

3. Easy Class = 2 hours of study per every hour in class Average Class = 3 hours of study per every hour in class Difficult Class = 4 hours of study per every hour in class Quality can be more important than quality!

4. You can use a planner, poster board, or 3x5 cards Allow spaces for each ½ hour or hour First, put in the necessities: class, work, meals, etc. Next, put in blocks of study time

5. Dont be a perfectionist Learn to say NO Learn to prioritize Use a to do list

6. Daily Review (15-20 minutes) Biweekly Reviews (45 minutes-1hour) Major Reviews (1-2 hours, 2 days in a row before quizzes, 5 days in a row before exams)

7. Causes of Procrastination Lack of Relevance Acceptance of anothers goals Perfectionism Fear of the unknown Inability to handle the task Overcoming Procrastination Make honest decisions about your work Understand what is necessary to accomplish a task within a given time frame Visualize steps in completing a task and devote time to each part as appropriate BE REALISTIC!

8. Read Ahead Think of college as a Mon through Fri 9-5 job Use a schedule Study during you prime time Do homework for your most difficult course first Study during breaks

9. Reward yourself at the end of each task Form a study group Get enough sleep Think about long term goals and monetary rewards Conduct informational interviews

10. Divide task into small steps Distribute study blocks Reward yourself and take breaks Monitor your progress Set reasonable expectations

11. Find a good place to study Dont give in to temptations Keep a to do list

12. Counseling and Psychological Services: Lawrence 241, 610-436-2301. Individual and group services. http://www.wcupa.edu/_services/stu.cou/ Department of Public Safety: 690 S. Church St. 610-436-3311. Crime reporting and investigation, safe escort on campus. http://www.wcupa.edu/dps/ Learning Assistance Resource Center: Lawrence 223, 610-436-2535. Tutoring, study skills and more. http://www.wcupa.edu/ussss/larc/ Office of Judicial Affairs & Student Assistance: Sykes 238, 610-436-3511 http://www.wcupa.edu/_services/stu.jud/ Office of Multicultural Affairs: Sykes 003, 610-436-3273. Services promoting academic achievement and personal well being. http://www.wcupa.edu/_SERVICES/stu.mca/default.asp Office of Social Equity: 13-15 University Ave. 610-436-2433. Mediation and investigation of complaints of harassment and discrimination. http://www.wcupa.edu/_admin/social.equity/

13. Campus Recreation: Ehinger Gym Rm 133 http://www.wcupa.edu/CampusRec/default.asp Student Health and Wellness Services: Wayne Hall, 2nd Floor 610-436- 2509 http://www.wcupa.edu/_services/stu.inf/ Twardowski Career Development Center: Lawrence 106, 610-436-2501 http://www.wcupa.edu/_SERVICES/STU.CAR/ Women's Center: Lawrence Rm 100, 2nd floor. 610-436-2122. Resources, support, referrals for all women's issues. http://www.wcupa.edu/_services/stu.wce / Writing Center: Lawrence 214 610-436-5664. Writing assistance start to finish. http://www.wcupa.edu/_Academics/writingcenter/ Financial Aid Office: 25 University Ave. 610-436-2627 http://www.wcupa.edu/_SERVICES/FIN_AID/ Scholarships: http://www.wcufoundation.org/scholarships/