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Five Tips to a Great Semester

Caleisha Braxton Student Contributor, Delaware State University
Zaire Davis Student Contributor, Delaware State University
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at DESU chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

 

 

Five Tips to a Great Semester!

  1. Time Management 

Time management is the #1 way most people get tripped up though-out the semester. The best way to manage your time is to try to predict as far ahead as possible. If you know you have a midterm in two weeks, make sure you plan and set aside at least two days to study. don’t underestimate or overestimate your time, be reasonable!

  1. Stay Consistent

Don’t get cocky when you get that A on your first quiz of the semester! Keep that same energy you used to achieve that grade, and keep it going from start to finish. A great start but a lazy run to the finish-line could hurt you more than you think.

  1. Make Friends in the Class

Two minds are always better than one when it comes to studying. By studying in groups, you could combine notes and cover every base. You could even use fun studying tactics to take a different approach for preparing for a test

  1. Make Friends with the Teacher

Many teachers are willing to help students who they know work hard. Just by coming to class every day, and participating can help you if you struggle in class. The teacher will notice your efforts and be more forthcoming if you ask them for help. 

  1. Don’t Forget to Have Fun

Focusing on only school and forgetting about your social life is a cause for disaster. Your social life is important as well, so don’t try to cram your life with just books. A night out, every once in a while, never hurt anyone, so go out there and live your life. Just make sure you have balance and control, y

Caleisha Braxton

DESU '20

Hey! My name is Caleisha Braxton and I currently attend Delaware State University for a degree in Mass Communications. From a young age, speaking to people and writing were my strongest attributes and I decided to pursue a career in Public Relations. Im from the City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia Pennsylvania. Growing up in the inner city of West Philadelphia shaped me to become a strong-willed and independent person. Regardless of my background, I prevailed to become a 4.0 student in college. Being from the area I am, I want to be successful to make both my family and community proud, especially since I am I First Generation College student.I use writing to relax myself and also to inform others.
Zaire Davis

DESU '19

Born and raised in sunny California but am currently attending DESU. Studying mass communications & theatre. Hopefully you'll see me on TV some day but for now, you can read some of my articles!