Students Share Study Tips Over Hot Chocolate Sips

In early December, as finals were approaching, we wanted to help our vast student population at Bridgeside best prepare for their upcoming exams. And what better way to give our community a much needed break – that would also aid them in their study prep – than to host a Coffee Talk: Study Sips activation?

Posted up in the Bridgeside lobby, we offered complimentary hot chocolate and holiday treats to attendees, enticing them to stop by and share their best study “sips” (tips). As the students munched and mingled, they revealed their best secrets and tricks that help them prepare for upcoming exams:

• Cry

• Take lots of breaks

• Diet, sleep, and exercise

• Don't procrastinate

• Eat what you want

• Find something to look forward to

• Teach your friends

• Practice

• Sleep

• Use Quizlet

• Give yourself a treat

• Study to music

• Make your own questions on Quizlet

• Rewrite notes

• Take a walk and get sleep

• Make a schedule

• Eat well and treat yo’self

• Study with a buddy

• Eat well

From this expansive list, we learned the majority value sleep and nourishment! We also uncovered a popular new technology that helps students study more efficiently – Quizlet, which makes simple learning tools designed to help you study anything. Offerings include explanations, flashcards, and even an AI Learning Assistant!

It’s nice to see a new generation of students are taking a more self-care approach when it comes to studying, versus last-minute cramming and pulling all-nighters. In fact, studies show that doing so is harmful to effective thinking, mood, and physical health.

Sip, sip, hooray for our students that are prioritizing their mental health and overall well-being when it comes to crunch time for final projects and exams!