Student Resources

Studying and Test-Taking Resources

What to do before and during the exam

Before the Exam

  • Get Prepared
    • 听Study a few weeks in advance.
    • 听Book a tutoring and/or Academic coaching appointment at the .
    • 听Make an appointment during office hours to get tips and guidance from your professors. You can also ask your professor what material will be on the test so you can get an idea of what the test will be about.
    • 听If you have test-taking accommodations, make sure to fill out the 5-business days before the exam.
  • Study Effectively
    • 听Check out the Academic Success Center鈥檚 that will help your overall well-being for your student success.
    • 听Attend a workshop hosted by the Academic Success Center. Take a look at the to see what workshops are being offered.
  • Take Care of Yourself
    • 听Eat well, get enough sleep, exercise/move your body regularly, and engage in activities that bring you joy and relaxation.
    • 听Having test anxiety?
      • 听Watch this video on
      • Give yourself a pep-talk: reframe your anxiety into excitement. Telling yourself you are excited can help you see the exam more positively.

During the Exam

  • Calm your body: Take deep breaths, stretch, tighten your muscles and then relax them, close your eyes and count to ten.
  • Sit comfortably and have a good posture: Sitting up, relaxing your shoulders, and being mindful of your posture can help you feel more powerful, confident, and assertive. It makes you less stressed, sluggish, and anxious..
  • Calm your emotions and thoughts:
    • Focus on the present moment with reminders to yourself:
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    • Replace negative thoughts with positive thoughts:
      • For example: 鈥淚t鈥檚 okay if I can鈥檛 answer this question鈥擨 can answer another question instead.鈥�
    • Avoid thoughts about the past and future:
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      • Focus on yourself and completing the test
        • Ignore what other people are doing, do not compare yourself to others, and do not panic when you see others finishing.
        • Be okay with doing well, not perfectly.

Note-Taking Resources

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  • 听LiveScribe Symphony Pen for Note-taking:
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    • Students registered with Accessibility Services can check out a Livescribe by contacting the department

Mindfulness Resources (to cope with stress and anxiety)

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Time Management Resources

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Organizational Resources

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Learning Styles

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  • 听Study strategies and tips for each Learning style:
    • 听Visual Learner:
      • 听Take notes & write out instructions.
      • 听Use outlines, graphs, videos, powerpoint slides.
      • 听Color code notes using highlighters and post-its.
      • 听Find a quiet space to study (no distractions).
    • 听Auditory Learner:
      • 听Record lectures.
      • 听Participate in group/class discussions.
      • 听Talk-out your answers.
      • 听Use Word association – mnemonic devices (singing, rhyming).
    • 听Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-on) Learner:
      • 听Create flow charts.
      • 听Combine an activity with studying – going on a walk while listening. to audio recording of notes, memorizing notes
      • 听Keep fingers busy – tracing words and re-writing sentences.
      • 听Take frequent breaks.

Disability Related Resources for Students

  • : (Disability Rights, Education Activism, and Mentoring) is a national organization for and by college students with disabilities, that advocates for student rights, social and policy change for increased accessibility, and provides support and mentorship.
  • : Students can search disability-specific scholarships to help fund college education.
  • : A national employment and networking portal that connects those with disabilities with inclusive employers.
  • : For high school, college, and graduate students with disabilities who want to engage in student programs for mentorship, internship, and learning opportunities in the technology field.
  • : For high school and college students who want access to resources to help prepare for postsecondary education and careers.
  • : Upcoming scholarships for high school and college students with disabilities.
  • : Online training on accessible information and technology for students and professionals with disabilities.
  • : part of the U.S. Department of Education that ensures equal access to education and protecting the rights of students with disabilities.
  • : Programs and services for individuals who are part of the blind community and resources that can support them.
  • was created as part of a senior project for HONR 499 by Kira Degelsmith, Briana Kiphen, Regina Gonzales, and Sean Costello under the faculty advisor Dr. Allyson Brantley. The website contains information and resources relevant to the 春色视频 community regarding physical disabilities, psychiatric disabilities, and neurodivergence.