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Best Study Spots Classrooms

Some students may not realize that just because you are not in class doesn’t mean you can’t go in the classrooms. Empty classrooms are the perfect place for group study sessions. They have plenty of white boards to write on and individual desks so everyone can have their own space.

Just be sure to check the buildings’ closing hours.

MSU Law Library Second floor

Brody, Shaw, or Case cafeterias

The second floor of the law library is open to anyone. Make sure you bring your laptop if you need it because there aren’t any computers up there. Stay off the first floor (for law students only), but this study spot is a hidden gem.

Personally, we’re big fans of the Brody cafeteria, but there are plenty of other great places to eat around campus. Head to one of the newer cafeterias and stake out a table. You can spend all day studying there and eat as much as you want.

MSU Union

MSU Business Library

Anyone can use this library; it’s not just for business students! It has a quiet section in the back and tables for groups in the front.

The business library is a nice alternative to the main library. You will probably lose all phone reception, so you’re not distracted by chatty friends.

The Women’s Lounge is a perfect spot for ladies who like to study in silence, while the basement and first floors have plenty of seating for group work and a more relaxed study environment.

The Union Dining also has late night from 8 p.m.- midnight, so grab a table and study in there for all you can eat!

Tip: Bring an extension cord and/ or power strip to make sure you can plug in your laptop.

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This idealistic coffee house has soothing music playing all the time, the fresh scent of ground coffee beans, and a plethora of snacks. Biggby is the perfect place to crank out a paper or study some flashcards.

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The correct solution will spell the complete phrase along a single continuous spelling path that moves horizontally, vertically and diagonally. Fill the grid from square to square - revisiting letters as needed to complete the spelling path in order. Each letter will appear only once in the grid.

MSU Main Library

Open 24 hours the week before and the week of finals. Closes at 3 a.m. Friday, April 25th and reopens at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 26th)

Tim Horton’s: 3992 Coleman Rd For all you students that live closer to Chandler Crossings and would prefer not to trek to campus, Tim Horton’s offers donuts, coffee, and free wifi. Yum!

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Finals Week Stress Relief Stress relievers The Main Library will have therapy dogs for stressed-out students to pet. They will be there at the following dates and times: Monday, April 28 from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Wednesday, April 30 from 1:00 – 4:00 pm

Laughing relieves stress!

Your biology notes probably aren’t the funniest thing. Instead, you should check out MTV’s Girl Code, Kevin Hart’s stand up, or any other silly video on YouTube.

Exercise

(in any form) is a proven stress-reliever. Go for a run, take a yoga class, or even Calories don’t count during finals week! Treat yourjust do a few jumping jacks next self to your favorite snacks, and it’s even better when you don’t to your study area at the library, have to move. Try these places that will deliver exactly what although we can’t promise you you’re craving: won’t receive a few weird looks.

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UUD advisors are available during �inals week for assistance with: •Exam Con�licts

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Check the Registrar’s webpage for the �inal exam schedule at http://www.reg.msu.edu/ROInfo/Calendar/FinalExamsSS14.aspx.

If you see that you have two �inal exams scheduled for the same time or three exams scheduled in the same day, see an academic advisor right away to get one rescheduled.

•Other academic advising questions

Visit an advisor in:

Brody Neighborhood Engagement Ctr.-Brody Hall East Neighborhood Engagement Ctr.-Hubbard Hall South Neighborhood Engagement Ctr.-Holden Hall North Neighborhood Engagement Ctr.-Union Bldg.

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Learning Resources Center: 202 Bessey Hall The Study Smarter People https://www.msu.edu/~uud/main.html https://lrc.msu.edu/ Final tips for �inals!

1. Read all questions carefully before answering.

2. It’s okay to ask the instructor to explain a question if you don’t understand.

3. Review your answers if there is time.

4. Don’t change an answer without a good reason.

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The Ultimate Study Playlist

1. Angus Stone Broken Brights 2. Cassino American Low 3. The National Green Gloves 4. Daughter Landfill 5. Ben Howard Only Love 6. Tin Sparrow Bricks 7. Sufjan Stevens To Be Alone With You 8. The Paper Kites Bloom

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9. Fleet Foxes White Winter Hymnal 10. The Cinematic Orchestra To Build A Home 11. Xavier Rudd My Missing 12. A lexander Ebert Truth 13. Radical Face Welcome Home 14. Father John Misty Nancy From Now On 15. Rosi Golan ft. William Fitzsimmons Hazy 16. Loquat Swingset Chain 17. The Smiths Asleep 18. Angus and Julia Stone Mango Tree 19. Brandon and Leah Say It Ain’t So Bad

20. Daughter Medicine 21. Wolf Gang Back To Back (Aluna George Remix) 22. FarMat Where Is My Mind (Piano Cover) 23. Wild Child Silly Things 24. Small Pools Dreaming 25. Broken Bells Holding on for Life 26. Wild Child Warm Body 27. Small Pools Mason Jars 28. Ingrid Michaelson Without You 29. The Head and the Heart Shake

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Overheard at MSU Icebreaker A guy used this pickup line on my friend: “You’re from the Hunger Games, right?” We’re not sure what that means.

“Because I’m not 21 yet and I don’t want to get a fake!”

Btm “Sometimes I don’t know if I take Adderall to study or if I study just CmnWhtGrl “You guys, I’m going to die if you so I can take Adderall.” don’t keep track of me!”

Frustrated Advertising Student “PLEASE! Somebody, ANYBODY. Upperclassmen “He keeps cancelling our study Take my survey!” dates to go visit his Uncle Richard, I want to ask if he’s sick or Matilyn O. something but I don’t want to Phone conversation heard in the be rude or pushy…” Poor girl, hallway:“Mom, I already told you I don’t want to go to the bar!” she’ll learn.

Tim Kid: “Can’t a maintenance guy go in there and get it?” Employee: “They really don’t deal with animals because there’s a chance they could get hurt. I would suggest trying to lure it out with a can of tuna or some other treats.”

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Spell the phrase in the grid above it, writing each unique letter only once.

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PEOPLE TALKING LOUDLY

IN THE EAST WING OF THE LIBRARY

Crossword #1

54 African virus 55 Part of USC: Abbr.

56 Liquidate 59 Put the cuffs on 60 Band of outlaws 62 Size whose letters are hidden in the answers to starred clues 65 Walk to and fro 66 Paper purchases 67 Transfer from pitcher to glass 68 Humorist Mort 69 Span. girls 70 Golfer’s pocketful

ACROSS 1 Dr. Frankenstein’s helper 5 Use a loom 10 Diner handout 14 Factual 15 Big name in kitchen foil 16 Wood choppers 17 *Magnifying glass, e.g.

19 Honorary law degs.

20 Ad __ committee 21 Seamen’s agreements 22 Bigfoot cousin 24 Chris who won 18 Grand Slam singles titles

26 Not a risky wager 29 Absolute ruler 31 Parade percussion instrument 32 Art aficionado’s hangout 34 Filly’s father 35 Old CIA rival 38 *Benefit of an unsuccessful stock trade, at filing time 41 Michael Douglas, to Kirk 42 Winged archer 44 Dry red wine 46 Cotton, wool, etc.

49 The Okefenokee and others 53 Popular painkiller

DOWN 1 Made you scratch 2 Phonograph record feature 3 Pound segments 4 Test, as an engine 5 Like fake fruit 6 Glamour rival 7 High cards 8 Otto __ Bismarck 9 Piece-of-cake school courses 10 Ice-creamy drinks 11 *From the library of, in Latin 12 Homer’s neighbor 13 Navy ship letters 18 Enjoy Red Lobster, say 23 Abysmal grades 25 Turning speed: Abbr.

26 South Pacific island nation 27 Continental coin 28 Feds under Ness 30 Airport safety org.

31 Chicago cagers 33 Perform at the top of one’s game 35 Etta of old comics 36 Writer Zane 37 *Construction worker’s meal 39 Next yr.’s alums 40 “Black Beauty” author Anna 43 Manager Casey 45 Filing aid 47 Ristorante suffix 48 Aficionados 50 President with a doctrine 51 Bubonic __ 52 Curved swords 56 ER doc’s “Right away!”

57 Columnist Bombeck 58 Girl 60 Loc.-finding tool 61 Little battery 63 Gen-__: boomer’s kid, probably 64 Spot-on

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Set goals.

Make a list of everything you want to accomplish and stick to it. Staring at your books aimlessly usually doesn’t work.

Take a break.

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STUDY TIPS Don’t focus on one subject for too long.

Switch between subjects at least every hour to keep your brain fresh and focused.

Know how you study.

Everyone is different. Make sure you know what methods are best for you, and stick with those.

Do you work better in silence? Fruits like blueberries and apples Try the East Wing of the Main are great snacks while studying.

Library­— quiet study only.

They reduce the level of toxins in your bloodstream and improve Do you work better with some memory function. background noise? Try putting on some soft music. Check out Also consider adding oily fish our playlists on Page 8 for some like salmon, which has high constudy tunes. centrations of omega-3 fatty acids that increase brain function as Do you study better alone, or a staple of your dinner and lunch with a group? Try not to study meals while studying. with others around if it will distract you. If you need to When you need to treat yourwork with a group, reserve a self opt for antioxidant-rich dark study room at the Main Library, chocolate, which improves your Business Library, or Engineering ability to concentrate.

Library.

Beware of endless hours of studying. Your brain can only absorb information for so long. Study in 20-50 minutes increments and take 5-10 minute breaks Snack right.

Instead of energy drinks, drink in between. plenty of water – and the occaTry to get moving during your sional cup of coffee – while studybreaks — go for a walk, play with ing to help you stay hydrated and your dog or do some jumping maintain a high level of cognitive jacks. Get your blood flowing and function and energy. beware of going back onto the internet during this time—it can be hard to get back out.

“Me Time”.

Dedicate a least a half hour out of your day to do something you love (Netflix, nap, etc.)

We said Netflix break, not binge; remember that!

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Sleep.

Sleep at least 7 hours per night, and don’t be afraid to take a short, 20 minute nap if you’re feeling sleep deprived.

Relax!

You’re going to ace those finals.

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TESTING TIPS

Arrive early! Give yourself some time to get settled and focused.

Stay relaxed and confident.

Keeping a good attitude is key to success!

Chew mint gum.

Some studies show that the mint can help stimulate your brain.

Bonus points if you chew the same gum while you’re studying.

Get a good night’s sleep.

You want to be well rested before an exam.

Read directions.

It might seem obvious, but silly mistakes can cost you on a big test.

and want to get out immediately, but taking a few extra minutes to go over your answers can be the difference between a 3.5 and a 4.0* *Disclaimer: This study guide does not guarantee you a 4.0

Re-read your test before you turn it in.

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CUMULATIVE FINALS Crossword #2

53 Sidewalk stand soft drink 54 Church gathering 56 Weightless state 60 Conclusion 61 “Dies __”: Latin hymn 62 “Wild Blue Yonder” mil. group 63 Vivian of “I Love Lucy” 65 City west of Tulsa 66 Chow __: noodle dish 67 Like senior statesmen 68 Reagan and son 69 London lav 70 Words of agreement

ACROSS 1 Mournful tune 6 Teacher’s favorite 9 Part of A.D. 13 How fritters are fried 14 Bronx third baseman, to fans 16 In __ of: replacing 17 Diver’s apparatus 18 Cruise ship stop 19 Fastener in the catalog a bit above a U-bolt?

20 Cub Scout group 21 They start with “hip hip” 24 Russian Peace Nobelist Sakharov

26 Dawn to dusk 27 Luau bowlful 28 Words of understanding 29 Closely related duo 33 Jock’s antithesis 34 Granola grain 35 In need of a massage, perhaps 36 Candor 40 Did electrical work 43 Disencumber (of) 44 Snuffs out, mob-style 48 Single file 51 Chilly, in Mexico 52 Many times o’er

DOWN 1 Contempt 2 Fragrant ceremonial smoke 3 More spherical 4 Brit. territory with a famous rock 5 Tickle pink 6 Duo 7 Highland tongue 8 City on Lake Erie 9 Old, in German 10 Bowler’s back-row target 11 Nervous system units 12 Alfresco 15 Evening coffee choice for many 22 Think of, as a solution 23 Big name in hotels 25 Obstacle for Moses 30 WWII GI Jane 31 ‘90s “SNL” regular Cheri 32 It has no sharps or flats, with “the” 37 Dog collar attachment 38 Backboard attachment 39 In other words, in Caesar’s words 40 More dizzy 41 Hot spot for Dante 42 Teach new job skills to 45 Facebook connections 46 Bride-to-be 47 Joins metal 49 Tight as __ 50 Prickly-leaved plant 55 Yiddish “Yikes!”

57 Ref. works that occupy entire shelves 58 Sony laptop brand 59 “__ One Will Listen”: Kelly Clarkson song 64 Pub potable DIAGONAL 69 (to square 45) What happens after the starts of 21-, 29-, 48- and 56-Across

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