Huskies Finish Strong

Avoid cramming for finals by blocking out time to study and having an organized plan for your study time. Try studying in a new location or listening to music to help you stay motivated. Be sure to check out these tips for preparing for finals.

You can also take advantage of the Huskie Academic Success Center and these other academic support services:

• The Writing Center can help you with papers and other writing projects.
• The Founders Learning Commons offers technology support, research resources and friendly staff who will answer your questions.
• The Statistics and Mathematics Assistance Center can help you with difficult problems and teach you test-taking and study strategies.

It’s important to take care of yourself if you want to perform well on your exams:

• Avoid pulling all-nighters and get plenty of sleep.
• Fuel your mind and body by eating nutritious food.
• Explore NIU Recreation for facilities, programs and services that support your physical and mental well-being.

Prioritizing your well-being can help you stay focused, manage stress and perform your best on exams. Visit Well-being at NIU for additional wellness resources.

While the end of the semester can be stressful, it’s also important to celebrate your accomplishments. Take a break from studying, connect with friends and attend campus events.