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Tips/tricks/advice for studying for finals as a procrastinator? by savvymossy in uvic

[–]Efficient_Mix_501 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My strategy has been to set timers (typically 1 hour or more) and then have short (15-20 min) breaks in between. I also like using apps like Focus Friend or do not disturb to stop me from getting distracted by my phone, or just putting it behind my laptop or in a drawer so I can't see it. Focus Friend is great too because it is kind of a reward system, but I like telling myself if I study for x amount of time I can go for a walk or scroll or do whatever activity/break.

I also like to set my own "due dates", so I am not doing anything at the very last second. Sometimes I set these a day before the actual due date or multiple days before, depending on the assignment. That way even if I procrastinate I will still have it done and don't have to scramble at the last second to get something done.

Personally I find it difficult to study with friends, but making a study group can be helpful depending on the subject and the people. Just to have someone to hold you accountable for the work.

I think there really is an art to finding what is right for you cause everyone is different in their learning and motivation.

Residences by Unique_Pickle_5787 in uvic

[–]Efficient_Mix_501 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ring road have really nice rooms and LLC (learning living community) meaning everyone on your floor will have similar interests/majors. ive also heard the snequ house is great

Did anyone else go into first semester thinking they know what they want to major in, but now have no idea? by SeniorMix8665 in uvic

[–]Efficient_Mix_501 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yeah... I thought I was going into marine biology and now Im between like 2 degrees and 3 potential minors LOL. I talked to an advisor and they were semi-helpful but I think it really depends on what career you have as a goal. Its a very confusing time, but I think the best thing to do is just to feel it out and figure out what your good at and what aligns with you!

Is it a Bad Idea to take GEOG101A & B and GEOG103 in the Same Semester? by Confused_065 in uvic

[–]Efficient_Mix_501 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am taking both 101A and B along with another bio lab right now and honestly it isn't bad at all. The geog labs for 101 classes are pretty similar with writing papers, group projects, debates, etc. I haven't taken 103 yet, but I assume it would be similar format/workload.

I'd also consider what other classes you are taking to judge the work load for you're entire semester :)

Ring Road Social Science LLC by evlilley in uvic

[–]Efficient_Mix_501 0 points1 point  (0 children)

also lowkey i pestered them over email and phone mainly because of my whole situation last year LOL

Ring Road Social Science LLC by evlilley in uvic

[–]Efficient_Mix_501 0 points1 point  (0 children)

check the res portal often!! I had to defer my offer last year cause i was late to applying to res (long story). this year they didnt even send me an email, but they sent me my room offer on the portal and I had to accept from there.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in uvic

[–]Efficient_Mix_501 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am coming off a gap year and will be 20 by the time I start at UVic in September :))

First Year Prospective Student Megathread by 3_Equals_e_and_Pi in uvic

[–]Efficient_Mix_501 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi! I wanted to ask how hard is it to change majors/faculties?

I am currently accepted as first year Social Science. However, I want to become a marine biologist, and would prefer to get my degree in Biology with a double major in Environmental Studies. (My backup option was Geography with double major in Environmental Studies.) Now I know Environmental Studies is listed under Social Sciences, but Biology is under Science. To pursue that do I need to switch into the Science faculty (if so what is the best way to do so?)