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Santosh (Life Sciences, Class of 2023) is back wit

Santosh (Life Sciences, Class of 2023) is back with another blog post! In this week’s post, Santosh reveals that he has been feeling overwhelmed by “never-ending due dates” and a bit unorganized. To solve these issues, Santosh has been trying out some strategies to feel more structured and less stressed.

“I recommend setting dedicated times each week for all of your courses. To help you stay on track, set a dedicated day for each course. Regular structure will gradually become a habit, making it easier to remain up to date. In my science courses, each week builds on the last week’s work, so it is crucial to stay on top of lessons. Getting behind by only a week or two can lead you into a deep pit that is going to be hard to recover from (but if you need help, book an appointment with SASS’s Academic Skills specialists. They’ll get you back on track!).”

Even with a structured working week, Santosh finds himself using his study time looking at YouTube videos or messaging friends. To deter him from getting distracted, Santosh has tried out a reward system: “Something that has helped me improve on this is to give myself rewards for sticking to my schedule and finishing tasks. For example, when I finish an assignment, I enjoy some downtime. I watch an episode of a show or play video games with my friends. It is just as crucial to have those breaks during the day as at the end of the day, because they help you relax and prevent exhaustion striking when you hit the books again. This reward-driven method has helped me be more focused and have quality study periods with minimal distractions. Remember: quality over quantity!”

If you are feeling overwhelmed with your workload, check out Santosh’s blog to see all of the strategies he’s been testing out.

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If you want to work on your English language skill

If you want to work on your English language skills with one of SASS’s experts, our appointments are still running this week! If you’re an international student or an English as an additional language (EAL) student (or both!), you can book an appointment with one of our 6 English language skills consultants. Check out some of the areas we can help you with:

✔️ grammar
✔️ writing development
✔️ pronunciation
✔️ reading in English
✔️ and more!

You can meet with our EAL consultants on an ongoing basis so you can get as much help as you need! Book an appointment with our supportive staff today!

DM us if you have questions.

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Every field of study in the Arts, Social Sciences,

Every field of study in the Arts, Social Sciences, and Sciences requires different writing styles. If you are looking for guidance for writing your next essay, literature review, case report, annotated bibliography, or more, check out all of our discipline-specific writing resources (link in bio).

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Hey students, the 2020-2021 Queen’s General Burs

Hey students, the 2020-2021 Queen’s General Bursary is now available on your SOLUS Student Centre. Apply by October 31, 2020. Domestic and international students are welcome to submit an application. For further information please visit the Student Awards website in our link in bio!

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It’s reading week, which means now is the perfec

It’s reading week, which means now is the perfect time to start working on your writing assignments! If you have lots of writing assignments due, make sure to book an appointment with our professional writing consultants for guidance. Check out what we can help you with:

✔️ essays
✔️ lab reports
✔️ research papers
✔️ discussion posts
✔️ career documents
✔️ literature reviews
✔️ and more!

You can bring your writing at any stage; you don’t need to wait until your work is complete!

We have lots of consultants eager to support you, so book today.

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Kate (PhD Psychology, Year 1) is back with another

Kate (PhD Psychology, Year 1) is back with another blog post. This week, she's reviewing three useful strategies for improving your focus through that tough period she calls the "midterm grind."

One strategy Kate tried was to turn off laptop notifications between 8am and 8.30pm: “Without those annoying banners flying across my screen every five minutes, I am able to stay focused for longer periods of time. I don’t even miss the banners! I have actually been using this approach for a few years now and would highly recommend it as a first step to anyone who is having trouble staying on-task.” The score? 5 out of 5: an ideal strategy!

Want to know what else Kate tried and how well it worked for her? Check out her blog on our website.

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Many students this week have been using our Ask Me

Many students this week have been using our Ask Me Anything service to ask SASS’s peers about how to stay motivated during online learning and how to manage university expectations.

Today, PLA Emma has some great advice to help you get motivated and manage the expectations of university students!

“Firstly, check out Academics 101 on the SASS website. This brief series has been designed with online learning in mind, and it is a great way to learn about the skills you need to succeed this semester and beyond. The lessons are broken down by subject matter, from math and science to the humanities, so you are sure to find some tips and tricks that work for you. I also encourage you to check out the Motivation and Procrastination and Time Management modules on the SASS website. These modules provide practical tips for staying motivated during online classes. For example, I often use the SASS Assignment Planner to break down large tasks into more manageable steps. This makes online work feel less overwhelming and is a helpful motivator. Not only does the SASS website have a ton of helpful tips, but SASS also hosts mini webinars throughout the semester. Check out the mini webinar schedule on the SASS events page. Finally, don’t hesitate to reach out to your instructors. Even though classes are online this semester, TAs and professors are always eager to hear from you and to help you succeed in their courses.”

If you have questions about studying and study skills, you can ask our Queen’s SASS Peer Learning Assistants using our online form. They’ll write back to you as soon as they can with personalized advice on how to brush up on your study skills!

Submit your question(s) in our link in bio!

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Looking for a space to write to reduce your isolat

Looking for a space to write to reduce your isolation and increase your accountability? Join our graduate writing community at Grad Writing Lab on Mondays and Thursdays from 9am-12pm on MS Teams. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a peer writing group and receive one-on-one support from our professional writing consultants to get feedback on your writing. Whether you are working on your thesis, dissertation, a proposal, or a funding application, you can get support. Sign up on our website!

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Whatever program you’re in, SASS’s English as

Whatever program you’re in, SASS’s English as an additional language (EAL) peer writing appointments can help you develop your English writing skills so you can become a stronger and more confident writer at university. In these appointments, our EAL Peer Writing Assistants (PWAs) support all international students and EAL students taking first and second-year courses with grammar, sentence structure, and so much more!

Visit our website to book a one-on-one appointment with our EAL PWAs.

DM us if you have questions or need support with booking an appointment.

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Lots of writing to do and not sure where to start?

Lots of writing to do and not sure where to start? Bring your writing assignments to our writing consultants for guidance. They’ll help you get your assignments started by helping you brainstorm ideas, develop an argument or thesis statement, help you revise drafts, organize your ideas, and much more!

Our appointments fill up fast, so book soon!

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Last up in Academics Week is “To Drop or Not to

Last up in Academics Week is “To Drop or Not to Drop: Assessing your Progress and Making Decisions.” Spend an hour with an A&S academic advisor for information and tips to help you decide if dropping a class is the right decision for you. Can I drop a class? When do I have to decide? How can I make up missed credits? What implications does dropping have for someone in my situation? If you are feeling overwhelmed with your course load, this session will outline some options and provide you with some answers to help you make these big decisions. Starts today at 6pm EST. Register in our link in bio!

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Happening now! Drop-in any time before 11:30am EST

Happening now! Drop-in any time before 11:30am EST!

Are you curious about academic support services at Queen's but don't know where to get started? Connect with an Academic Pro! You'll get a chance to speak with an academic skills specialist, an English as an additional language (EAL) consultant, a librarian, and/or an international student advisor. Our team of pros will recommend services that are personalized for your academic needs. Drop-in anytime between 9:30am and 11:30am EST.

Register in our link in bio!

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