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good intentions for studying, and result in cramming the night before an exam. You'll be wise to plan a realistic study schedule and stick to it!
   Be sure to leave time for eating, relaxing, personal grooming, and sleeping-at least seven hours is a must! Actually there are few instances when it's necessary to burn the midnight oil, for you can easily get your studying done during the day if you study instead of succumbing to the temptations of chattering roommates or a friendly bridge game.
   If you find that the social atmosphere of your residence hall room is too much of a hindrance to your studying, try the downstairs or unit lounges. Otherwise, the University Library offers a comfortable study place, a quiet atmosphere, and all the reference books you will need for term papers and outside reading assignments. The Physics, Art, Education, and Chemistry Departments all have their own libraries. Perhaps you'll prefer to use the study room in Schaeffer Hall, or if you are a student in the Honors Program you may use the Honors Commons Room off the Schaeffer Study Hall.
   Find a place immediately where you can study in a pleasant environment relatively free from interruptions. A good academic start through a consistent study program will save hours of worry and sleep around mid-term and final periods, and you'll be glad you didn't "put off 'til tomorrow!"
   Whether your first classes are lectures, discussion sessions, or labs, you'll find that you are competing with other students of all abilities and all ages. Your best opportunity to get the most from all your classes is to do your assignments from day to day. You are a rare person if you can find time to catch up on work you've missed!
   Unlike your high school days, many of your college professors will leave the responsibility for attending classes strictly up to you. Don't be tempted to skip those classes where roll isn't taken, even if a coffee break sounds more stimulating, since attendance is invaluable in every course. Remember, borrowed notes will never be as good as the ones you take for yourself. 
   College work is not easy and there will be times when you will have trouble with a course. Instructors are more than willing to consult with you and help you with your problems, so make appointments to see them whenever this seems advisable. 
   Right now, before school even begins, take note that the feeling of accomplishment that comes with good grades is the result of determination in following a study schedule, taking good notes, studying the textbooks, and attending every class. If you establish your goals now and make every effort to achieve them, you will be on your way to academic success at the U of I.

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good intentions for studying, and result in cramming the night before an exam. You'll be wise to plan a realistic study schedule and stick to it! Be sure to leave time for eating, relaxing, personal grooming, and sleeping-at least seven hours is a must! Actually there are few instances when it's necessary to burn the midnight oil, for you can easily get your studying done during the day if you study instead of succumbing to the temptations of chattering roommates or a friendly bridge game. If you find that the social atmosphere of your residence hall room is too much of a hindrance to your studying, try the downstairs or unit lounges. Otherwise, the University Library offers a comfortable study place, a quiet atmosphere, and all the reference books you will need for term papers and outside reading assignments. The Physics, Art, Education, and Chemistry Departments all have their own libraries. Perhaps you'll prefer to use the study room in Schaeffer Hall, or if you are a student in the Honors Program you may use the Honors Commons Room off the Schaeffer Study Hall. Find a place immediately where you can study in a pleasant environment relatively free from interruptions. A good academic start through a consistent study program will save hours of worry and sleep around mid-term and final periods, and you'll be glad you didn't "put off 'til tomorrow!" Whether your first classes are lectures, discussion sessions, or labs, you'll find that you are competing with other students of all abilities and all ages. Your best opportunity to get the most from all your classes is to do your assignments from day to day. You are a rare person if you can find time to catch up on work you've missed! Unlike your high school days, many of your college professors will leave the responsibility for attending classes strictly up to you. Don't be tempted to skip those classes where roll isn't taken, even if a coffee break sounds more stimulating, since attendance is invaluable in every course. Remember, borrowed notes will never be as good as the ones you take for yourself. College work is not easy and there will be times when you will have trouble with a course. Instructors are more than willing to consult with you and help you with your problems, so make appointments to see them whenever this seems advisable. Right now, before school even begins, take note that the feeling of accomplishment that comes with good grades is the result of determination in following a study schedule, taking good notes, studying the textbooks, and attending every class. If you establish your goals now and make every effort to achieve them, you will be on your way to academic success at the U of I. 13