With midterms fast approaching (Oct. 5-9), Lincoln University students are starting to feel the pressure of studying, reviewing notes, and preparing for several tests, exams, and projects all at once.
Midterm week can be stressful, but having a good study plan can make the week manageable.
Students such as Isaiah Negron, Tania Dukes, and Anthony Duckett are already thinking about how they will prepare for their upcoming exams.
Negron, a junior computer science major, said he plans to stay organized by reviewing his notes and focusing on the subjects he finds most challenging, especially with programming.
“I’m going to start studying a few days before my exams instead of procrastinating,” Negron said.
He added he plans to study in his dorm room, where he can work in a quiet environment and concentrate on his assignments and project work.
Dukes, a junior criminal justice major, also plans to prepare ahead of time.
Dukes said she plans to review her notes, complete practice questions, work with her assigned group, and spend extra time studying topics that she struggles with.
“I think studying a little bit each day will help me remember more and especially with group work we can get it done ahead of time” Dukes said.
She said she prefers to study at the library because it’s easier to focus there and it’s a good meetup spot for her classmates.
Duckett is a junior business major. He has a similar approach to preparing for midterms. He plans to review important material from each class and make sure he understands topics that could appear on his exams.
“I’m going to make sure I’m well prepared and ask questions in class.,” Duckett said.
He plans to study in his dorm room and Dickey Hall while also using some of his free time to review before the tests.
Although midterm week can be stressful, students can make the process easier and avoid procrastination by starting early, staying organized, taking breaks, and asking teachers for help when they do not understand something.
