I am working as a Class Advisor in the Dean of Studies office. I talk with many of the students who seek general advice about academic matters.
Many students, often who have taken AP courses in science in high school, say to me,
“Science is not for me.
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Shifting gears for Summer
As the stack of grading gets a bit smaller, I begin to let myself think more concretely about summer. Here’s a typical list (hey! it might actually BE my list):
1. Make that garden work this year; spend more time with the kids, maybe read a few non-work related books, get enough sleep and exercise….
What happens during Study Period?
I’ve always been curious about study period and final exams. It’s such an odd time around campus.
There are no classes but everyone is still around.
The importance of the last day of class
We know how important the first day of class is in setting the tone, the goals, the community in which we hope to work.
What about the last day of class? I think it’s almost as important.
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The Final Push
This is the busiest time of academic year for faculty and students alike.
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