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Dear OSU-Cascades students,  

 

With the end of winter term in sight, it’s time to focus on YOU. By paying attention to some of your basic needs now, you’ll be ready to bring your best self to your exams and end-of-term projects.  

 

Focus on nutrition, drink water and good sleep. 

It takes a little planning to be your best. Think of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. Invest in yourself by eating well, drinking water and ensuring deep sleep. 

 

Be ready for some stress. 

Exams are your opportunity to demonstrate what you have learned to your professor -- and yourself.  But they’re stressful, even when you are ready for them.  Our Student Wellness team has practical ways you can care for yourself before and during times of stress:  

 

  • Write down goals. Why are you here? Why are you studying? Is it going to be okay if you don’t end up with that A? Bring what you’re doing into perspective, so you can increase motivation and decrease stress. 
  • Get outside. Take a study break walk. Go for a hike. Enjoy a scenic view. You’ll thank yourself afterwards.  
  • Put away your screens.  Give yourself breaks from computers, phones and other devices. With so much time spent online, experts say our brain needs breaks to be at its best. 
  • Get creative. Focus on what you love when you have a few minutes. No matter what your passion is, indulging your creativity refreshes you. 

 

As always, continue to monitor the OSU and OSU-Cascades COVID-19 websites for valuable information and resources. And remember, if I or a member of my team can be of assistance please don’t hesitate to contact me at [email protected].    

  

Sincerely,  

  

Jane

 

Jane Reynolds | she, her, hers | Executive Director of Student Success

Oregon State University – Cascades | 541-322-3132

 

Category: 
OSU-Cascades
Send Date: 
Friday, March 5, 2021