Remember to use the summertime for more than just a vacation. Often what students do in the summer provides excellent insight into their personality. Plan to do new and interesting things, such as taking additional coursework, gaining experience by shadowing, volunteering or interning, studying abroad or giving back to your community.
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF A NUMBER OF VALUABLE RESOURCES AVAILABLE THIS SUMMER AT UB
- UBThisSummer - Offers a variety of experiences, including an opportunity to take UB Summer Courses as well as to partake in the internationally-recognized faculty Summer Lecture Series. Visit UBThisSummer for more information.
- Explore Study Abroad - Study Abroad provides the opportunity to experience people, places and cultures that will enhance your education as well as enrich your life. SUNY offers approximately 400 study abroad options. Possibilities also exist to study abroad through a private school’s program, but SUNY programs are a first rate educational experience where students pay SUNY tuition!
- Career Services - Utilize Career Services and gain valuable information regarding exploring careers, jobs, internships and so much more!
- Community Engagement Opportunities - Get involved with direct service experience on campus and in the greater Buffalo community. Learn more about Community Engagement Opportunities.
STAY INFORMED THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER MONTHS!
- Students are urged to check their UB e-mail accounts regularly, including throughout the summer months. Important academic and financial communications, Be Advised web log updates, and other details that affect students’ statuses are communicated year-round. Be sure that you check your UB e-mail and that you stay informed!
- Be sure you are up-to-date on all Student Calendar listings of important UB academic, financial, and billing date information.
Monday, April 30, 2007 - Last day of Spring 2007 classes. While spring semester classes are ending, remember that academic advisors are continuously available throughout the summer to assist you.
Thursday, May 3 - Thursday, May 10, 2007 - Final Exams week. Be sure that you have logged on to MyUB and viewed your Final Exam Schedule. Also, consult with your instructors for any updated information regarding your exams. If you have procedural questions regarding the Final Exam Schedule or you have an Exam Conflict, consult the Student Response Center for more information.
Monday, May 21, 2007 - Spring 2007 grades available on UB transcripts. Also, UB Summer Sessions J, A, I and L begin. Be sure that you know all the Add, Drop, and Resign Dates for UB Summer 2007 Registration.
Learn more about other student calendar listings of important academic, financial, and billing date information.
Posted April 12, 2007 in General
If you are not returning to UB in the Fall 2007:
- Be sure that you talk with an academic advisor and file the appropriate paperwork to let the University know of your change in status.
- Once Spring 2007 grades are posted (on Monday, May 21, 2007), an advisor will check to see if you qualify for an Undergraduate Leave of Absence. If you are not eligible to file a Leave of Absence with the University, then you will need to fill out the Not Returning to UB Form.
- All students who will not be returning in the fall must also consult the When You’re Not Returning to UB Checklist, which provides a list of critical information that you must check into to ensure that you are leaving the University properly.
Most students experience some level of anxiety during an exam. But when anxiety begins to affect exam performance, then it may become a problem. UB’s Counseling Services provides the following helpful tips on test anxiety as you prepare for your final exams.
What Causes Test Anxiety
Lack of preparation as indicated by:
- cramming the night before the exam.
- poor time management.
- failure to organize text information.
- poor study habits.
Worrying about the following:
- past performance on exams.
- how friends and other students are doing.
- the negative consequences of failure.
Physical Signs of Test Anxiety
During an exam, as in any stressful situations, a student may experience any of the following bodily changes:
- perspiration
- sweaty palms
- headache
- upset stomach
- rapid heart beat
- tense muscles
Effects of Test Anxiety
- Nervousness:
- Having difficulty reading and understanding the questions on the exam paper.
- Having difficulty organizing your thoughts.
- Having difficulty retrieving key words and concepts when answering essay questions.
- Doing poorly on an exam even though you know the material.
- Mental Blocking:
- Going blank on questions.
- Remembering the correct answers as soon as the exam is over.
How to Reduce Test Anxiety
- Study and know the material well enough so that you can recall it even if you are under stress.
- Learn and practice good time management and avoid:
- laziness.
- procrastination.
- day dreaming.
- Build confidence by studying throughout the semester and avoid cramming the night before the exam.
- Learn to concentrate on the material you are studying by:
- generating questions from your textbooks and lecture notes.
- focusing on key words, concepts and examples in your textbooks and lecture notes.
- making charts and outlines which organize the information in your notes and textbooks.
- Use relaxation techniques, for example, taking long deep breaths to relax the body and reduce stress.
The Immediate Environment
The environment in which you study can have a big effect on how efficient your study time is. Check your place of study for the following conditions:
- Noise
- Interruptions
- Lighting
- Temperature
- Neatness
- Comfort
- Equipment
- Minimize distracting noise. Some people need some sound and some like silence. Find what works for you.
- Culprits are family and friends. Consider a “do not disturb sign” and turning on your answering machine. You can catch up with folks later.
- Have plenty of room to work; don’t be cramped. Your study time will go better if you take a few minutes at the start to straighten things up.
- A desk and straight-backed chair is usually best. Don’t get too comfortable–a bed is a place to sleep, not study.
- Have everything (book, pencils, paper, dictionary, calculator, tape recorder, etc.) close at hand. Don’t spend your time jumping up and down to get things.
Preparing for or Anticipating Test Anxiety
- What is it you have to do? Focus on dealing with it.
- Just take one step at a time.
- Think about what you can do about it. That’s better than getting anxious.
- No negative or panicky self-statements; just think rationally.
- Don’t worry; worrying won’t help anything.
Confronting and Handling Test Anxiety
- Don’t think about fear; just think about what you have to do.
- Stay relevant.
- Relax; you’re in control. Take a slow, deep breath.
- You should expect some anxiety; it’s a reminder not to panic and to relax and cope steadily with the situation.
- Tenseness can be an ally, a friend.
Coping with the Feeling of Being Overwhelmed
- When the fear comes, just pause.
- Keep the focus on the present; what is it you have to do?
- You should expect your fear to rise some.
- Don’t try to eliminate fear totally; just keep it manageable.
- You can convince yourself to do it. You can reason your fear away.
- It’s not the worst thing that can happen.
- Do something that will prevent you from thinking about fear.
- Describe what is around you. That way you won’t think about worrying.
Reinforcing Self-Statements
- It worked! You did it!
- It wasn’t as bad as you expected.
- You made more out of the fear than it was worth.
- You’re getting better. You’re learning to cope more smoothly.
- You can be pleased with your progress.
- You like how you handled it. You can be proud of it.
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Posted April 12, 2007 in General
Mark your calendars! The Celebration of Academic Excellence is scheduled for Thursday, April 19, 2007. This event is a great opportunity to not only celebrate academic success at UB, but to learn why research and out-of-classroom experiences are so vital to one’s development and educational goals.
WHY GO
• See outstanding student performances.
• Learn about undergraduate research.
• Be there for your friends and faculty being honored.
WHEN
Thursday, April 19, 2007
WHERE
Center for the Arts
WHAT TIME
• 1:30 pm - Outstanding Undergraduate Research, Scholarship and Creativity Poster Displays (Atrium)
• 1:30 pm - Art Exhibits (Ground Floor and First Floor Galleries)
• 3:30 pm Celebration Ceremony with Remarks, Recognition Awards & Citations, and UB Student Performances (Mainstage Theatre)
FOR MORE INFORMATION/TO REGISTER
Visit the Celebration of Academic Excellence web site and register to attend.
All are welcome to please join us for the:
LEADERS WITH DISABILITIES PANEL DISCUSSION
WHEN:
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
6-7 pm
WHERE:
240 Student Union (Intercultural & Diversity Center)
Food & Refreshments Provided!!!
BENEFITS:
Whether you are a student with a disability or someone who is interested in working with people with disabilities, come and hear from a variety of professionals with diverse career backgrounds speak about their leadership skills and share stories of how they became leaders. From the field of law, to a Director of Outreach Services, to a Director of Disability Services in higher education, to a student’s perspective, don’t miss this opportunity to hear from an inspirational panel of speakers! Come and learn not only about various career fields but also gain insights on the topic of disclosure and how this relates to the professional world, whether pursuing higher education and/or a career.
FOR MORE INFORMATION/TO REGISTER:
Visit the Life and Learning Workshops program.
SPONSORED BY:
UB’s Leadership Development Center, the Intercultural & Diversity Center & the Disability Diversity Content Committee.
Have a job yet? Time is running out!!
Explore full-time and internship opportunities at the Marketing & Sales Fair!
DATE: April 19, 2007
TIME: 11:30 am - 3:30 pm
PLACE: Student Union
Open to ALL UB students! Over 40+ employers from Western New York, New York State, and around the country will be in attendance. Come to the fair and learn more about opportunities in marketing or general management.
Be sure and dress professionally and bring multiple copies of your resume. For more information, including a list of participating employers at the fair, visit UB’s Career Resource Center.
This event is organized by the Frank L. Ciminelli Family Career Resource Center & UB School of Management. It is hosted by the American Marketing Association & Pi Sigma Epsilon.
The job market is a competitive place for recent college graduates. Making yourself stand out through internships and volunteering experiences is a meaningful and proven way to test out your career interests and boost your chances of landing that job you want.
If you are looking for a volunteering position, simply visit the United Way and type in your zip code. There are numerous opportunities out there for you!
