Making It Through Midterms: Academic Support

by Arabella Chamberlain

Midterms are fast-approaching, and this semester has already been pretty crazy. That said, fear not - the Coe College Learning Commons is jam-packed with resources!

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Though midterms can be a bit daunting, going in with a plan can always help. Take some time before the crazy rush of midterms to schedule what exams you'll study for when, so you won't be overwhelmed. Take it slow and work in chunks on the material from the classes, changing it up every once in a while to stay engaged. Ultimately, you're going to get through this, just take a deep breath and go get 'em!

If you are looking for some extra help, it's never too early to ask! Below is a list (not at all comprehensive) of resources available from the Learning Commons:

• Requesting a Tutor: Click here!
• Tutoring is a great way to get one-on-one help with assignments, learn new study strategies, and prep for exams.
• If you need a tutor for specifically for Cellular and Molecular Biology (Cell & Molec, BIO-145), please use this form to request support, click here!
• Requesting a SpeakOut Consultant: Click here!
• SpeakOut Consultants are great for helping with that nerve-wracking presentation coming up!

• Already have a Tutor or SpeakOut Consultant? Click here for the tutor scheduling system.

• Peer to Peer Academic Support: https://discord.gg/QU3FbxE

• This Discord server is available for students to ask questions for common courses and topics. Students who have taken those classes host office hours to answer questions.
• Supplemental Instruction: https://discord.gg/G4WACfQ
• For courses with SI Sessions, this Discord server offers additional support to courses with SI Sessions. SI Leaders will host office hours to answer questions, as well as providing updates about their sessions occasionally.

• Biology help: https://discord.gg/aDPsFNJ

• This Discord server is a Biology-specific space to ask additional questions from Biology classes.

• Schedule an appointment in the Writing center: https://coe.mywconline.com/

• The Writing Center is a wonderful resource from first draft to final edits. Meet with a Writing Consultant to help with anything from brainstorming to proofing!

  

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Need other supports and don't know where to start? Check out the Request for Academic Support form, available here.

Know that the Coe College Learning Commons is here for you whenever you need us! Don't hesitate to reach out to us! Good luck with Midterms!