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Take a deep breath... and focus! INDEX Final exam schedule............. 2 Surviving crammed schedules............. 2 How do you prepare for finals?............................. 3

Library offers study rooms.... 4 Studying and music: Favorite artists and their effects on your brain....................... 8

Brain Games.....2, 3, 8, 9, 10 Baby Graduates...............6, 7 Horoscope.....................9, 10

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Surviving a crammed exam schedule

FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE In this schedule, M stands for Monday, T for Tuesday, W for Wednesday, R for Thursday and F for Friday. MWF and TR also stand for classes that are only held on one of those days, and MWF for weeklong classes. All classes beginning on a half hour begin their exam periods at the same time as classes beginning on the hour, for example, 9:30 a.m. MWF classes are held at the same time as 9:00 a.m. MWF classes. The lone exception is classes that meet at 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. TR have exams at the same time as classes meeting at 8 to 8:50 a.m., TR. Monday w 9 a.m. MWF class exams are from 8 to 9:50 a.m. w 10 a.m. MWF class exams are from 10 to 11:50 a.m. w Noon MWF class exams are from noon to 1:50 p.m. w 2 p.m. MWF class exams are from 2 to 3:50 p.m. Tuesday w 8 a.m. TR class exams are from 8 to 9:50 a.m. w 9 a.m. TR class exams are from 10 to 11:50 a.m. w 2 p.m. TR class exams are from 2 to 3:50 p.m.

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w 3 p.m. MWF class exams are from 2 to 3:50 p.m. Thursday w 11 a.m. TR class exams are from 10 to 11:50 a.m. w Noon TR class exams are from 12 to 1:50 p.m. w 3 p.m. TR class exams are from 2 to 3:50 p.m. Friday w 10 a.m. TR class exams are from 8 to 9:50 a.m. w 1 p.m. TR class exams are from 10 to 11:50 a.m. Evening Classes w M, MW 4 to 6 p.m. class exams are at regular meeting time Monday w M, MW 6:30 or 7 p.m. class exams are from 7 to 8:50 p.m. Monday w T, TR 4 to 6 p.m. class exams are at regular meeting time Tuesday w T, TR 6:30 or 7 p.m. class exams are from 7 to 8:50 p.m. Tuesday w W 4 p.m. or after class exams are at regular meeting times Wednesday w R 4 p.m. or after class exams are at regular meeting times Thursday w F 4 p.m. or after class exams are at regular meeting times Friday WEEKEND CLASSES w Weekend class exams will be held at last regular meeting time

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By Jessica Fecteau Senior Reporter

Taking exams is not often something many students look forward to in their last week of school. But some students find themselves in finals horror when they realize they have more than two exams in one day. Troy junior Sienna Violett said she is stressed out with the four exams she has within two days in addition to four term papers due in her classes. “I’ve been spreading them out and making sure I concentrate on each one on different days so I don’t do everything in one day and get overwhelmed,” Violett said. “But, I am still pretty overwhelmed.” To get through her exams, Violett said she is going to do her best to only think

about one exam at a time. “Thankfully I have an hour break in between two of them so I can use that hour to gear up for my next exam,” she said. According to the examination schedule, “students scheduled for more than two exams on the same day may arrange to have the exam in excess of two rescheduled for another time during the examination week.” Although this policy applies to senior Samantha Hegeman, she said she wants to take her three exams on Monday to get them over with. The South Rockwood native is enrolled in six classes in addition to an internship. “I’m going to try and start studying as soon as possible and just follow my study guides and take

it one day at a time,” Hegeman said. Without the study guides her professors provided, Hegeman said she would be a lot more stressed out. “I’ve been really lucky with all of the professors I have,” she said. In order to conquer her three exams on Monday, Grand Rapids sophomore Courtney Heeren said she is preparing for the hardest tests first and for the longest. “I’m not too worried,” she said. “It’s a lot but I’m not too nervous.” In addition to studying, Heeren said she plans to stay focused and sane with the help of some extra preparations. “I definitely will be working out and eating Chinese food,” she said. studentlife@cm-life.com

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How do you prepare for finals? Study all year long or cram? By Justin Hicks Staff Reporter

Central Michigan University students have one last mountain to climb before they can check off the Spring 2012 semester – final exams. College students vary in study habits, which can easily be broken down into three categories. The first group is the dedicated students who consistently study year-round, minimizing the stress for finals. “I study well throughout the year and then try to get some sort of study guide together to study that info (before finals),“ said Port Huron freshman Rich Drummond. “I do get a bit more serious and buckle down more for finals though.” Secondly are the crammers, who string together hours of racking their brains on the eve of a big test. “I’m more laid back during the semester and I

don’t really schedule time strictly,” said freshman Emily Stetson. “I just find little times during the day and I go to the UC on Sundays and do a weeks amount of homework.” Like most crammers, Stetson’s study hours increase when she’s under a deadline preparing for an exam. “(For finals) I organize and schedule time to study for each of my classes,” she said. “I study multiple subjects per day and then the actual week of finals I spend a day on each subject right before the test.” Warren sophomore Jeff Gasior said he finds himself cramming because his exams creep up on him. “I tend to think I have more time to study than I really do and it finally hits me a day or two before the exam,” he said. “I would have to say I am a good crammer though, because I usually still end up knowing

the material for the exam.” Finally, the potentially most gifted students are those who bank on solely their memory from lecture to guide themselves through exams. “I’m the type of student who has to go to class everyday to hear the professor speak, but hearing it and writing it is all I need to remember 90 percent of the information,” said Rochester junior Michael Morrison. Regardless of which study habits you come closest to, CMU awards its inhabitants with two days this week, gift wrapped with zero classes and endless potential. “The study days given by CMU are a big help because they allow students to catch up on sleep and also to get an earlier start on studying,” Gasior said. “Knowing that you are done with classes after final exams is motivation to study more and do well.” studentlife@cm-life.com

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Students say library offers best study rooms, atmosphere “We’re booked up every night for reservations.”

While some study for finals in dimly lit coffee shops, others prefer the quiet corners offered by the Charles V Park library. Carrie Claybough said she finds too many distractions studying at home. “I don’t seem to get anything done anywhere else,” Claybough, a Mount Pleasant junior said. Claybough has tried studying in other places like coffee shops, but has not been as successful as at the library, she said. Partaking in two study groups, Claybough enjoys the quiet study rooms available for checkout in the four floors of the library. Claybough has completed one final and has five left to take. Unlike Claybough, Ferndale senior Erin Taisey prefers to study at her apartment. Taisey prefers the convenience of studying where she sleeps, but sometimes ventures to the library.

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Cara Booker, reference desk worker “It motivates me to get things done,” Taisey said. “I don’t leave until I get things done.” Taisey said she is not motivated by others at the library, and is sometimes distracted by peers checking their Facebook or other social networking sites. Taisey said graduating in August also motivates her. Jerry McCarthy studies in a variety of places, but prefers the library. “I came here for a couple hours and got two papers done,” McCarthy, a Battle Creek junior, said. McCarthy tried to work on the same assignments at his apartment this weekend, but was unsuccessful. Studying in the hallway between classes is also an option, McCarthy said. McCarthy has five finals left, with one course having two finals. A lack of permitted drinks

does not bother McCarthy, who usually brings a Gatorade or Mountain Dew to the library. Drinks with screw-on caps are permitted, but coffee and tea without secure caps are not permitted. Studying in the library means students have the option to reserve a study room. There are individual study rooms and group study rooms available. “We’re booked up every night for reservations,” said Cara Booker, a reference desk worker. The Lake Orion senior said students have been renting a lot of studying rooms due to exams. With 19 study rooms total, six of those can be reserved ahead of time, Booker said, while the other 13 are first-come firstserve basis. studentlife@cm-life.com

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GRADUATING! Goodbye CMU. Hello World!

CONGRATULATIONS FROM YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS! Silver Rose Bowman

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Congratulations!

Silver,

Krista!

We are very proud of you and love you very much. Phase 1 completed, on to phase 2.

Congratulations! You set your goals at CMU; and accomplished them all. We’re all very proud of you.

Magna Cum Laude!

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Tressa Colonnello Tressa, Congratulations! We are very proud of you! Love you! Mom & Dad

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Congratulations Jaim!

We are so proud of your achievements at CMU! We’re so happy you accomplished your goals. God Bless!

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You have worked hard to reach your goal and beyond! We are so very proud of you!

Dream it, Live it, Do it.

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Congratulations on a job well done! We are all very proud of you. Love, Mom, Dad, and your Family

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Jordan Kimberley Johnston This is one of those proud moments a parent looks for. Congratulations on getting your B.S.B.A. degree from CMU. We love you. Mom and Dad

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We are so proud of your achievements at CMU, Congratulations!

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GRADUATING! Goodbye CMU. Hello World!

CONGRATULATIONS FROM YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS! Kara Nicole Pifer

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Studying and music: Favorite artists and their effects on your brain By Paulina Lee Staff Reporter

As students prepare to study for finals, everyone has different habits to help them focus. For some music is essential, others require absolute silence. “When I study I listen to the sound of the ocean on YouTube,” said Clio junior Thomas Lorentzen. “I just like to have some background noise.” Both Clinton Township junior Nicole Rieck and Clarkston senior Matt Alexander said they like to listen to film scores. “I definitely rock out to scores from films like ‘Gladiator’ and ‘Inception’ and composer John Williams,” Alexander said. He said he thinks they’re motivating and likes that there are “no lyrical distractions.” Rieck said she listens to a film score station on Pandora Radio and other classical stations.

“I like that there’s no lyrics to cause A.D.D. and classical supposedly stimulates the brain,” she said. Other music artists students said they liked to listen to Frank Sinatra, Kid Cudi, Lights, Owl City and John Mayer. Byron Center senior Matt Erdmans said he has an eclectic list of music he listens to while studying. “Three choices: Philip Glass – a brilliant minimalism composer, ‘Modest Mouse,’ and lastly, once an hour I have to change to Dirt Nasty,” he said. Columbiaville senior Dustin Himebauch said he prefers to listen to the Pandora Radio station for Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. He, like many other students, may benefit from a psychological phenomena called “the Mozart Effect.” This theory resulted from a 1993 study from the University of California, which they assessed the effects of listening to Mozart for 10 minutes and

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plays of affection with a hot friend. Virgo: Aug. 23-Sept. 22 The moon has you playing the skeptic, wondering if your current relationship has staying power. But don’t let a bad day or a stressful week put you in a negative mood. You and your partner can still make things work. Libra: Sept. 23-Oct. 23 You’re great with words, and you could be inspired to write a love note or compose a song in honor of a special someone. The moon is increasing your creativity and giving you some great ideas about how to please your honey. Scorpio: Oct. 24-Nov. 2 Don’t let yourself get caught up old fears and inhibitions. Neptune is stirring up memories of the

past, when things weren’t so great in your love life. But you’ve moved on and made a better situation for yourself. Keep pushing forward. Sagittarius: Nov. 22-Dec. 21 Flirty Mars has you getting into trouble. You’ll call up a coworker and ask him or her out, even though dating at work is always complicated. Or you’ll try to seduce a married friend, even though you know it’s a bad idea. Capricorn: Dec. 22-Jan.19 You and your partner are working together as a team, getting things done. A businesslike sun is helping you create schedules, divide up chores, and create a better household budget. Just remember to leave a little space on your calendar for some fun.

Aquarius: Jan. 20-Feb. 18 You could hear from a former flame out of the blue. Just when you thought you were over this person, those old feelings are starting to come over you again. The moon says don’t make any sudden moves. Just notice what you feel and analyze your reactions. Pisces: Feb. 19-March 20 An emotional moon is encouraging you to ask for lots of hugs, kisses, and massages. You’ll release stress better if you can receive lots of nurturing touch from your honey. Allow tension to move through you and out of you and remember to breathe deeply.

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