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3 Simple Tips To Make Your Semester Rock

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

After a long winter break it can be a little difficult to get back into the groove of school. Whether this is your second or last semester it is essential to always do your best. Here are 3 tips to help make this semester a little easier.

1. Stay Organized

It is, with a doubt, important to stay organized in school! Organization will make your life so much easier. Personally, my favorite ways to stay organized are to have color coordinated folders and notebooks for each class, having separate folders for each class on my computer, and having an agenda. These 3 tips really help me stay organized in school. However, I cannot stress enough on the agenda part! My agenda helps me remember what I have to do for a certain class or that day. It is a lifesaver!

2. Set Goals

Setting goals is another important aspect when it comes to school. Whether it is a short-term or long-term goal it can help keep you on the right track to what you want to achieve. When it comes to semester goals mine are usually the same every semester, and that is simply to work hard and do my best in all of my classes. I also always aim to keep my GPA in good standing. When I have these goals in mind throughout the semester it really helps me achieve them. Setting goals not only in school, but also in you day-to-day life can help you focus and drive you toward that goal.

3. Have “Me Time”

Finally, it is always important to have some “me time”. School can get very stressful, but no matter what you should always have some time for yourself.  By having this time to yourself it will help you recharge and get ready for the next thing life throws at you! For myself, some favorite “me time” activities include going to get food, taking a walk, and watching a movie.

Here is to a great semester! 

Hello! My name is Josephine "Josie" Morenski, and I am from Detroit, Michigan. Currently, I am a Communication Studies major at Pace University in New York City, with a minor in Psychology. I am also a Campus Correspondent for Her Campus Pace, Promotions Intern for Cumulus Media, and a Student Assistant at Pace University. Writing and blogging have always been a passion of mine, and I am excited to share my content with the Her Campus community.