TIS’ THE SEASON FOR FINALS!
Winter break is just around the corner and it’s almost time to get ready to head home for the wonderful holidays; once we make it through finals! When I lived in Hulbert, it was very important to follow the instructions my RA gave me when it came to checking out. Some important things to remember to do:
- Unplug your refrigerator and empty it of its contents ahead of time. You want to give it time to thaw and most importantly you don’t want to return in January to moldy food.
- Unplug all electronics from the outlets (WE DON’T WANT ANY FIRES)!
- Make sure to bring home any college prohibited items such as extension cords, alcohol, and candles.
- Make sure your windows are fully closed/double paned and locked. This helps keep the temperature of the building up.
- Lower your blinds and make sure they are closed.
- Make sure to sign the piece of paper that will be hung on your door by your RA. This helps increase the communication between you and your RA.
After all the residents leave, the RA’s and RD’s go through each room to double check that all of the above instructions are followed.
My neighbors at the time were not returning to Hulbert Hall after the winter break. They had to follow the same procedures as well as make sure their room was completely clean. They needed to fully move out of the room, make sure their space was ready for a new student to move into, and make sure they checked out with an RA by completing the proper paperwork and handing in their key.
FINALS WEEK:
Tis’ the season for being stressed beyond comprehension!! We all know this time of the semester can be overwhelming but it doesn’t’ need to be. Here are some tips that I found on Google that are fun and easy ways to keep us sane during finals:
1. Doodle on a piece of paper
2. Take a step outside. Even if it's only for a second, you will appreciate the fresh air.
3. Crank up the volume on your favorite song and enjoy three minutes of solid rocking out.
4. Do 10 jumping jacks
5. Reward yourself with a piece of candy or junk food. If you don't have any, go find some. You can spare a couple extra minutes for a much-needed sugar rush! (Resolve to eat vegetables from now on after the resulting sugar crash.)
6. Try deep-breathing. They might seem awkward at first, but they're super effective. Personally, I find this very helpful.
7. Search Google Images for: cutest babies, cutest animals, funny memes, hot celebrities
8. Let out your best horror movie scream. Trust me, it is so exhilarating! I do this as well but I choose to scream into a pillow.
9. Give your mom, BFF, or whoever else can make you laugh a quick phone call. It's a simple and pleasant distraction — just don't chat for too long!
10. Have you ever meditated? Try it! Meditation can be anything you find relaxing. For example, if you completely stop what you’re doing and sit still in your chair for 5 minutes, with your eyes close, and focus on inhaling and exhaling, that can be a brief meditation. Of course, when all else fails, just take a deep breath and remember that break is right around the corner.
Some More Tips for Success: Don’t let test anxiety and cramming affect your grades this semester. Try the following tips:
1. Study for 30-40 minutes a day in the week leading up to your final
2. Exercise before you study→ this gets blood flowing to your brain which can help you focus and absorb more information
3. Sleep after you study→ the brain encodes what it has recently learned into memory while you sleep.
4. Of course, eat a healthy breakfast!
As long as you're prepared and are trying your best, you will be fine. Stay focused and know that another semester is almost over! You can do it. GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE :)
FYI- 24 QUIET HOURS START DECEMBER 14, 2015! GET READY TO BE QUIET!!!
BEFORE YOU GO – WHAT IS EVERYONE’S FAV HOLIDAY MOVIE?! The Nightmare Before Christmas will be a forever favorite of mine <3
I WISH EVERYONE A GREAT & SAFE HOLIDAY! ENJOY YOUR TIME WITH FAMILY & FRIENDS AND I WILL SEE YOU ALL NEXT SEMESTER :)
