Stressed About Finals?
You Got This! And We’ve Got You!
It’s completely normal to feel increased stress, anxiety, and pressure during finals week. You're balancing studying, deadlines, and often a lack of sleep. A little stress can be motivating, but too much can feel overwhelming.
Find Free Resources To Help With Stress:
Quick Tips
Prevention
An ounce of prevention goes a long way! Get organized, start early, and don’t neglect your physical needs. Good sleep, nutrition, and physical activity are all important for learning and stress management!
Take Breaks
Your brain needs downtime. Try studying with the Pomodoro Technique, which builds breaks into the study process. Join us for a Finals Survival edition of the Pomodoro Study Hall and we’ll time it for you! Or take a break for fun and attend one of the many events happening around campus.
Find What Works For You
Different stress-management techniques work for different people, at different times - and that’s okay. Brainstorm what works for you before you’re in a stressful situation.
Feeling Overwhelmed?
Hit pause and reset - go for a walk, get a snack, tidy your space, redo your to-do list, or all of the above! It can feel like you don’t have time to stop, but taking the time to reset will save you time and stress in the long run.
Connect With Others
Talk to a friend, family member, or visit one of the on-campus social events like Finals Fest: Karaoke and Bowling.
Relaxation Techniques
Practice relaxation techniques like deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, guided imagery, or just taking a nice, long walk!
Stress Management and Mental Wellbeing
Free Academic Support
Basic Needs & Essentials
It’s hard to focus on your finals or manage your stress when you’re struggling with basic needs. Get the help you need so you can find your focus.
Upcoming Events
Group Fitness Classes
Date: Now through Dec. 12
Location: WSU Ogden,and Zoom
Join us for the group fitness classes during finals week including Zumba, Pilates/Yoga and Cycle.
Week of giveaways on Instagram @WeberRec, Dec.1-5, free swag giveaways in-person at the Wildcat Center and online
Hopeful Message in a Bottle
Dates: Dec. 1 - 12
Location: Student Services Center, Suite 280, WSU Ogden
Stop by the Counseling Center to write a letter of hope to a fellow student to offer a small glimpse of hope during stressful times.
Self-Care Affair: Paint & Sip
Dates: Dec. 1
Time: noon - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Shepherd Union 320, WSU Ogden
Come paint and drink hot chocolate/tea/coffee!
Restore Yoga & Sound Bath
Date: Dec. 3
Time: 6:15-7:15 p.m.
Location: Studio 202, Wildcat Center, WSU Ogden
Finals Fest: Karaoke and Bowling
Date: Dec. 4
Time: 4 - 7 p.m.
Location: Wildcat Lanes, Shepherd Union, WSU Ogden
Finals survival kits for first 50 student attendees; free dinner + karaoke, pool and bowling for everyone.
Late Night Breakfast
Date: Dec. 4
Time: 10 p.m. - midnight
Location: Shepherd Union Atrium/Den/Wildcat Lanes, WSU Ogden
MUST have their Wildcard for FREE Breakfast. We will have free bowling, karaoke, and prize giveaways
2-hour Cyclethon
Date: Dec. 6
Time: 8:15-10:15 a.m.
Location: Studio 203, Wildcat Center, WSU Ogden
Pomodoro Study Hall: Finals Survival Edition
Date: Dec. 8
Time: 1 - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Shepherd Union Room 320, WSU Ogden
Date: Dec. 9
Time: 1 - 4:30 p.m.
Location: D2 233, WSU Davis
Free dinner for attendees. Drawing for a Pomodoro Study Kit from Student Health & Wellness
Books & Brews
Dates: Dec. 8 - 12
Locations:
- Wildcat Village: 1st Floor Stewart Wasatch Hall
- University Village: Community Center Great Room
Join us for coffee, cocoa, tea, snacks, & supplies to help with studying
Finals Survival Kits
Kits are full of fun, evidence-based tools to help manage stress and improve study sessions.
Three ways to get a kit:
Priority pickup: Monday, Dec. 1 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Wildcat Center, room 210
Table in Shepherd Union: Tuesday, Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. or until kits are gone.
Finals Fest: 50 kits will be reserved for the first 50 student attendees at the Finals Fest - Karaoke and Bowling event on Dec. 4.
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