How to Avoid the Back to School Blues

A Guide to Making the Most of Your Academic Year

Don’t let the stress of September keep you from realizing your full potential. Keeping track of tests, assignments, dates and deadlines can be overwhelming at times but, being prepared can help minimize stress and ensure success. There are plenty of options out there to help you prepare; it’s all about finding what works best for you!

Time-management is difficult, especially as a student. Creating a schedule is a simple way to ensure that your time will be well spent. Whether you are using a calendar, agenda or cellphone, there are a variety of ways to create a schedule that works for you. There’s no harm in giving yourself a reminder or using a combination of scheduling options to stay on track.

Still struggling to keep up? Nipissing University offers a course designed to improve student success by covering topics such as learning and study styles, time and stress management, and academic planning. Student Success: Theory and Practice is available to all first year students and is a great way to help you develop key academic skills and assist with your transition to university life.

Feeling overwhelmed? Remember, you’re not alone! Nipissing University emphasizes a community culture and our small class sizes and campus atmosphere encourage collegiality and support. Our student services are top-notch and available to support you throughout the process. The student blog can help you learn about how proper time-management and preparation techniques, supportive friends and professors and a positive attitude have helped students just like you through the challenges of university life.

For more tips and tricks on making this a great academic year and to get a head start on your university plans, check out our website to see why you belong at Nipissing University!