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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Fairfield chapter.

Ladies, it’s that time of year again where everyone is stuffing their stockings, blasting Christmas music, and preparing for the holiday season ahead. Sadly, before we can fully enjoy all of the festivities, we must face the dreaded finals season. Here are some of our favorite tips and tricks that are sure to help throughout this time of year!

 

  1. Plan Ahead

With only a few weeks left of classes, we are all feeling the pressure of finals coming up. In order to make sure that you are fully prepared for all of the stress and cramming, start planning your study schedule. Mark your calendars with what chapters you need to study on certain days and how long you will spend on each subject before the craziness comes!

 

  1. Meet With Your Professors

One of the greatest resources when preparing for finals is your professors. Not only are they experts in their field, but they are the ones writing the exams and will know everything that must be mastered before test day arrives. It is best to e-mail each professor before the rush of finals week so that you can ensure you will have enough meeting time with them!

 

  1. Create a Study Group

If you need a little extra motivation to start studying for finals, create a study group. Not only is it nice to have company when you are cramped in the corner of the library, but it’s also super helpful to go over concepts with classmates who might have a better understanding of the tricky material.

 

  1. Take Breaks

While finals are nothing less than stressful, it is important to take breaks and reward yourself for how far you have come. Whether you decide to get off campus to grab a quick coffee or watch a festive Netflix movie, it’s a nice way to give your brain a break from all of the stimulus.

 

  1. Celebrate That You Made It Through The Semester

Lastly, take time to celebrate that you made it through this semester and can now have a month of resting with your family and friends at home!

 

Kallan Hook

Fairfield '21

Hi! My name is Kallan Hook, I am a Sophomore Accounting major at Fairfield University. When i'm not writing for Her Campus you can catch me hanging out with my friends, exploring downtown Fairfield, or hiking with my dogs! I am super pumped to be a part of Her Campus and look forward for what is to come this year!
Alexis DiZenzo is a motivated Connecticut native. She attends Fairfield University where she is majoring in digital journalism and minoring in marketing. She is currently co-campus corespondent of Fairfield's Her Campus chapter. Along with managing Her Campus Fairfield, Alexis has interned with The Secured Lender Magazine, and NBC Sports. She is a contributing writer for Elite Daily as well as Thought Catalog. In the early stages of her college career, Alexis has taken the initiative to reach far among the stars and achieve goals early on. She has a great sense of editing, writing, publishing, marketing and leadership as well as strong interpersonal skills. (And a fun-loving, outgoing personality!) Alexis' favorite book (and movie) is The Great Gatsby, she lives by the words of Carrie Bradshaw and you could definitely find her on a beach, soaking up the sun. Instagram @alexisdizenzo www.alexisfdizenzo.com