Organize, Eat Well, Relax & Plan
How prepared are you for final exams and critiques?
It’s been a very busy last several weeks, and now final exams and critiques have arrived.
OCAD U offers many valuable resources to assist with useful tools for time management, research skills, study action plan, and help dealing with year end stress.
Services available on campus are e.g. the Dorothy H. Hoover Library, a excellent place to study with direct access to the reference Librarian, Library Services Learning Zone is a very conducive space for study groups, access to computer stations/scanners or take a break and enjoy yourself by browsing the Design Annuals, OCAD Zine Library or the Visionaire Collection before getting back to your studies. Other important services at the university are The Writing & Learning Centre, Health and Wellness Centre and Academic Advising. Services available off campus are, Ask Chat with a Librarian—online research help from anywhere also, links to online resources.
OCAD U’s Writing & Learning Centre provides support in writing, critical thinking and reading, studio and study skills. Here are a few PDF’s to guide you in your study habits:
More study tips:
- Avoid cramming for your exams, studying in intervals helps with long-term retention
- Exercise, not only does help to reduce the effects of stress – it improves your memory
- Watch what you eat. a well-balanced diet that include fruit and vegetables adds fuel to your studying
- Time management, create a balance study time and schedule, make a list
- Get a full-nights rest, it helps with your memory—easier to recall the material later
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