Study-Smart Workshops!

Academic Support Programs provides workshops designed to help DePauw students develop and perfect their study skills. No appointment is necessary... so come join us!

                                                                                                                                                                                                        Spring, 2008 Schedule      

Wed.,Jan. 30, 4:00-4:40, 212 HH	Time Management 1 : Effective time management reduces stress and increases success but it can be overwhelming. This workshop will present some tips on how to find or create the system that works best for you!
Thurs., Jan. 31, 12:15-12:50, UB Terrace Room A	Getting Off To A Good Start : Hear some ideas on effective goal setting and getting organized for the semester. Managing your academics, work and leisure will lead to a better semester result!
Tues., Feb. 5, 12:20-12:50, UB Fishbowl	Time Management 1 : Effective time management reduces stress and increases success but it can be overwhelming. This workshop will present some tips on how to find or create the system that works best for you!
Thurs., Feb. 7, 4:15-4:50, 152 Julian Center	Reading Strategies : Tips on skills to develop an effective reading plan. Textbook reading is different than reading your favorite book...learn how to maximize your textbook reading.
Mon., Feb. 11, 4:00-4:45, 106 East College	Improving Concentration and Using Your Memory : Improve your focus while you study and learn to minimize your distractions while you improve your memory skills.
Thurs., Feb. 14, 12:15-1:00, 212 HH	Choosing a Major (co-sponsored with Career Services) : Learn about the relationships between majors and careers. We'll also look at self assessments of interests and skills.
Tues., Feb. 19, 4:00-4:45, 301 HH	Financial Aid for 2008-9 (co-sponsored with the Financial Aid Office) : The deadline for filling the FAFSA for 2008-9 is March 1. Get a review of the process, materials, and resources for filing the FAFSA on time.
Thurs., Feb. 21, 12:15-12:50, 106 East College	Studying a Foreign Language (co-sponsored with Dept. of Modern Language): Learn some tips on learning a foreign language and resources for additional support.
Thurs., Feb. 28, 4:15-4:50, 212 HH	Taking Multiple Choice Tests : Come and learn some techniques for improving your preparation and performance on multiple choice tests.
Tues., March 14, 4:00-4:45, UB Fishbowl	Calling All Seniors: Graduation si just around the corner. Come and get some information on making a smooth transition from college student to college graduate.
Thurs., March 13, 12:30-1:00, 223 HH	Regrouping After Midterms: Now that midterm grades are out, plan for the remainder of the semster. Come and get some ideas on resources for improvement and finishing strong!
Mon., March 17, 4:00-4:45, 104 HH	Improving Concentration and Using Your Memory: Improve your focus while you study and learn to minimize your distractions while you improve your memory skills.
Wed., April 2, 4:15-4:50, 221 UB	So Much to Do...So Little Time : Get some help assessing your workload for the balance of the semester and work time management magic to avoid cramming!
Tues., April 8, 12:15-12:50, 201 HH ARC	Working in Groups : Increase the equity fo your group assignments and improve productivity while maximizing the effort of all group members.
Tues., April 22, 4:00-4:45, 151 Julian Center	Mastering Test-Taking: Learn strategies for acing different types of tests and managing test anxiety.
Thurs., April 22, 12:30-1:00, UB Terrace Room A	Managing Stress: Recognize the symptoms of stress and get ideas on managing and relieving stress for the end of the semester.
Tues., April 29, 4:15-4:50, 223 HH	Preparing For Finals: Get tips for studying for different types of test and organizing your preparation and materials effectively.

 

We also offer workshops to residence halls, Greek living units, campus organizations, sports teams or other groups. If you are interested in scheduling a workshop for your group or want to schedule an individual appointment, contact Allison Cath at x4737.