{"id":22302,"date":"2014-11-13T21:44:46","date_gmt":"2014-11-14T02:44:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.studentlife.utoronto.ca\/lifeatuoft\/?p=22302"},"modified":"2014-11-13T21:44:46","modified_gmt":"2014-11-14T02:44:46","slug":"the-december-exam-period","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.studentlife.utoronto.ca\/lifeatuoft\/2014\/11\/13\/the-december-exam-period\/","title":{"rendered":"The December Exam Period"},"content":{"rendered":"It\u2019s that time of year again! We\u2019re all heading into the winter wind-up, which means plenty of time spent in the library and probably not enough sleep. As daunting as the upcoming exam period might seem, it\u2019s helpful to know that there are plenty of ways to minimize stress, and you can find them right here on campus.\r\n\r\n1. Extended Drop-in Hours<\/a> at the Academic Success Centre (ASC)<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\r\nWhen it rains it pours, at least, that\u2019s how university deadlines seem to work. Fortunately, the ASC\u2019s longer drop-in hours<\/a> make it easier for you to get help on those essays and midterms you\u2019ve been worried about. The Learning Strategists can also help with study strategies, writing skills, and anything related.\r\n\r\n2. Get ahead of interviews and applications<\/strong>\r\n\r\nDecember is not just exam season for students applying to graduate school -- it also marks the beginning of application deadlines and sometimes early interview periods. The Career Centre is holding workshops in the coming weeks that can help you get ready for the busy time ahead. You can register by\u00a0logging into the Career Learning Network site and selecting your event on the St George Events Calendar<\/a>.\r\n\r\nUpcoming events include:\r\n\r\nNovember 17, 2014: Medical School Interviewing Rx<\/strong>\r\n10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Career Centre Seminar Room, Koffler\u00a0Student Services\r\n\r\nNovember 17, 2014: Personal Statement Lab<\/strong>\r\n1:00 PM - 2:30 PM - Career Centre Seminar Room, Koffler Student Services\r\n\r\n3. Get organized and oriented<\/strong>\r\n\r\nDouble-check and triple-check your exam schedule to confirm dates, times, and locations for your exams. Click here for a complete listing of course calendars <\/a>which can lead you to your examination tables. Then, be sure to set any alarms or reminders ahead of time. Finally, situate yourself by checking map.utoronto.ca<\/a> and locating your examination rooms.\r\n\r\n4. Stay healthy\/Get healthy<\/strong>\r\n\r\nIt\u2019s tempting to forgo sleep during busy academic periods, but instead, try to stay ahead of flu season by getting enough sleep and eating regular, healthy meals. Consider adding some Flex Dollars<\/a> to your meal plan so you can always grab a meal on campus. Health Services will be running flu shot clinics<\/a> until Friday, December 12th<\/sup> so be sure to make an appointment online, in-person, or by phone<\/a>! The shots will be given by appointment only.\u00a0<\/strong>\r\n\r\n5. Get prepared with Exam Jam<\/a>!<\/strong>\r\nExam Jam includes course review sessions, open study space, free snacks and coffee, and de-stressing activities -- basically, everything you need to make it through the exam period. This year\u2019s event will be held on December 4, 2014 in Sidney Smith Hall and will involve everyone from the Faculty of Arts & Science to the MoveU Crew! Professors will be leading review sessions for courses ranging from organic chemistry to first year psychology. You can check the Exam Jam website<\/a> for more information on the sessions.\r\n\r\n ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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