As the end of the semester is nearing, students at North Carolina A&T State University are locking down and focusing more than ever. Although some students have probably remained on task the entire course of the semester, others use the time before finals to try to learn everything.
The library and student resource and tutoring centers have been filled with students who are trying to go the extra mile to ensure they will pass all their courses. On the other hand, some students have waited until the last minute and now they are using the tutors and academic resources as a last resort.
Sophomore Computer Science major DaNae Grubbs explains, “I have been using the study rooms in my dorm more than ever. I am able to use the dry erase boards in there and it is easy to pull all-nighters because I am not in the comfort of my own room.”
“If I am using my computer to study, I easily get distracted by going to popular sites like Facebook and Twitter. I also watch TV to keep from doing my work.”
Normally, most students do not study in their rooms or homes because of the distractions. Because of this, the library stays open for 24hours beginning on Sundays at 2p.m. and ending Friday at 8p.m.
“The time I spend in the library has been worthwhile,” said DeCario Allen, a junior here at A&T who has been spending extra time in the library for the past three weeks. “I’ve been pretty much on task the whole semester, but I want to end with a strong push.”
“I have been able to get my assignments done as well as some extra credit. I have also gotten a lot of studying done. Although I live off campus, I prefer to come to the library to study because there are fewer distractions here than there are at home. When I study in my house, it is so easy for me to get off track.”
While most students are studying hard, some students took advantage of a rest from studying by attending the “Stress-Free Zone” event that took place last Thursday in Moore Gym. The event included moon bounces, laser tag, and music.
“It’s a good idea for this event to happen. Most students have been spending this time studying and stressing out over last minute work and exam week. I came to let go of the stress for a couple of hours before I have to get back to business,” said Reginald Cherry.
It seems that many of the students are keeping focus in order to ensure that they will pass their exams and courses. Extended hours on tutoring and supplemental instruction sessions is both helpful and encouraging to the students. By using these resources, the students will definitely succeed.
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