30 Reasons to Study

School has been back in session for almost a month now and you probably need that boost of motivation to refuel your study groove that you had last semester. I'm going to tell you why you should study!! I hope this helps to get through spring semester. We are in this together!

1. The work ethic that you gain while studying will help you in the real world.

2. To receive the feeling of confidence

3. To make a positive change

4. It will help you to reach to the next level of school.

5. You get to draw colorful concept maps.

6. To get that grade you want on that test/quiz/exam

7. To increase productivity

8. To discover your passion

9. To be independent

10. To get accepted and to stay in your major 

11. It could lead to big opportunities.

12. To maintain your required GPA

13. To be an inspiration

14. To make new friends

15. To fix something that's currently broken

                                       

16. To live up to your full potential

17. So you will never have to say that you didn't try your best.

18. Because you truly love learning

19. To improve your studying skills

20. To feel empowered

21. To prove yourself and others that you are capable of pursuing your dream career.

22. Because it's an investment for your future.

23. To raise awareness about what you learned

24. To apply the knowledge to the real world

25. To connect with others

26. To help others that are in need 

27. To become a superhero 

28. To lead

29. To be grateful for education 

30. To feel the struggle because that's how you truly learn.

                                                 

My First Two Weeks at FSU

Hello all!! I hope everyone has been adjusting well to the spring semester! As you can tell by the title, I'm now a student at FSU!! I can't believe it's been two weeks since classes started. Let me tell you, it's been surreal. I know it hasn't been that long, but I feel kind of different in a good way, like there has been so much growth since then. I feel happier. Now of course there have been some downs.. Classes are harder and adjusting to the change can be difficult. However, with the help of classmates and putting in a lot more effort than ever before, I should be fine. One of those efforts consist of constantly going to tutoring. It's not as bad as it seems because it can motivating and oh so worth it in the long. The classes I am taking right now are, the second part of Biology and Physics, Clinical Psychology, and Introduction to Medical Sciences (seminar class). It's a good load to start with for this first semester.

I'm becoming more open to saying hi and starting a conversation with people. Yes, you all have read that right!! A point goes to me for stepping out of my comfort zone. As always I love how the campus is diverse and open to helping random people with directions. Seriously, if you need help, just ask. Besides classes, I'm still involved with PeaceJam! Today was the coaching retreat for spring. It was fun, informative, and good tiring. I met some really cool inspiring people. To end on that note, I'm looking forward to the rest of my time at FSU!! Staying stoked!!

"Look for something positive in each day, even if some days you have to look a little harder."

Fall 2017 Semester Academic Intentions

Hi there! I still like to share whatever is happening in my life. My classes started last week, which began with a Solar Eclipse. Pretty memorable, I would say. This semester is going to be a challenging one because I'll be taking all science-related courses for the first time. It's such a good timing for me to try something new because I know I am ready to conquer this. I'll be taking College Physics 1 (Trig-based) + Lab, Biology 1 for Science Majors + Lab, and the Science of Nutrition (I wish there was a lab for this class). I am so grateful to have wonderful professor with full passion. I look forward to getting to know and learn from them. 

Beginning of August, while I was fueled with excitement for my fall classes, I decided to create an intention list solely focusing on my academics. I thought it would help guide me to be successful in my classes, and to increase my productivity. I would also say that it's a generic to-do list. I really love how it turned out honestly. My overall goal is to get straight A's (93% average) with a full understanding of the material, since these are prerequisite courses that will help prepare me for my upper-level science classes. Also, there's that well-known motivational saying quoted by our inspirational friend, Mark Reid. 

If that doesn't make feel you any type of way to make you truly study, then I don't know what will besides a personal experience. 

Productivity

• Note: For every hour spent in class, spend at least 2 hours with the course material each week
• Deep study
• Completing assignments
• Reviewing notes
• Reading the chapters
• Watching videos related to the material for better understanding
• Hours
• 11 credit hours
• 15 productivity/study hours a week
• Spend at least 1 hour everyday for each course

(break up the hours)

• Study Schedule
• Be consistent
• Add breaks
• Be flexible
• Pomodoro method
• 3-4 minute breaks every 25 minutes
• 10-15 minute breaks every 3 blocks
• On campus
• Focus on harder classes in the Learning Commons
• Use my professors’ office hours
• Study with a group from class
• Biology and Physics Lab
• Begin rough draft of lab report after class
• Prepare and work on pre-lab questions few days before lab
• Take 10-15 minutes a day to read over (and understand) the weekly lab
• Be productive on time
• Finish the assignments 48 hours before the due date
• Read the chapter(s) before the lectures
• Review notes and chapters (new and old materials) before and after lectures
• Begin deep studying 1 week and a half before the test
• Create:
• a study set on Quizlet
• Condensed colorful notes  
  

I'm not too sure if this would be everything. I wouldn't be surprised if I learned a few new strategies throughout the semester. I hope you also find my list helpful. Feel free to let me know about your productive/study strategies. Good luck with your school year or fall semester. You all will do great. Stay focus, ask for help when needed, and think about why you need to get the grade that you need in your classes. 

You got this.