Academic Initiatives

"What is important is to keep learning, to enjoy challenge, and to tolerate ambiguity. In the end there are no certain answers."
- Martina Horner, President of Radcliffe College - 1972-1989

The resources below should put you in touch with the people who can help you gain the information and skills that you need to ensure your success at Western Oregon University.

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DAILY TIPS FOR ACADEMIC SUCCESS AT WESTERN OREGON UNIVERSITY

Use a planner or calendar to write down all your regularly scheduled activities as well as any due dates for papers or exams. Plan time for sleep, exercise, and social activity.

Use flash cards. Write a word or formula on the front of a card and its definition on the back. Go through the cards until you can define each word correctly.

Have a purpose when you read. You may want to think of a question that you are trying to answer in each section of material. Do not move ahead in the chapter until you can answer your question. Ask yourself, "Am I getting it?" If not, go back and find the place where you last understood the material and reread.

If you are ill, contact the instructor to let them know and to find out the work you missed.

Assess your stress level before you begin studying. If you are experiencing a high degree of stress you won't be able to study as effectively.

Remember, some anxiety or stress is normal and can actually enhance your performance!

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