“I’ll study… tomorrow.”

OMG! It’s that time again, stomach cramps, headaches, irritability, and that week that seems never ending. Students become emotional wrecks and try to ignore the natural fact: PROCRASTINATION. Some students fall behind due to heavy procrastination. In the words of Benjamin Franklin, “you may delay, but time will not.” Failing to set aside studying time and leaving papers for last minute may not always work in your favor; in fact, you may be setting yourself up for failure.

Developing healthy (no cramming or pulling “all nighters”) habits to study will always help you in the long run. Planning to read certain amount of pages ahead of time before the exam will help you remember the material better. Avoid cramming hours before the exam or the day right before. Keep in mind, if you cram all night you risk being tired and incoherent during the exam, especially if it’s a morning exam. Some classes do not require exams but assign final papers which can run anywhere from 5-10+ pages (English majors, we are speaking to you!). Failing to research ahead of time about the topic you will be writing about will show in your work and can cost you points. Keeping in touch with the professor about your topic will not only help you but will show the professor you are trying.

Many college students enjoy procrastinating but if you want to avoid failing, cramming and feeling physically sick make sure you prepare properly. Flush the negativity out and get to work!