Transitioning from a long break to the demands of graduate study can be challenging, but the UGA Gwinnett team is here to help you get this semester started with a few essential tips for the new year:
- Set Achievable Goals: Break your larger projects into small, manageable tasks to experience “small successes” as you check off your to-do list.
- Prioritize Social Connection: Don’t forget to step away from the books to spend time with loved ones. Being social produces oxytocin, which helps reduce anxiety and promotes relaxation.
- Master Your Time: Boost your productivity using the Pomodoro Technique. Set a timer for 25 minutes of focused work, followed by a 5-minute break. After four sessions, treat yourself to a longer 15–30 minute break.
January Events and Social Hours
Stay connected and recharged this month with our lineup of student socials and important academic dates:
- January 12–16: Drop/Add period.
- Student Social Hours: Join us throughout the month to connect with fellow students and special guests, including:
- Jan 14: Social Hour with Connor Brown (4:30 pm).
- Jan 17: Social Hour with Andre Bennett (8:00 am).
- Jan 20 & 28: Relax with Good Earth Massage (4:00 pm).
- Campus Holiday: Please note that the campus will be closed on January 19 in observance of MLK Jr. Day.
Spotlight Workshop: “The Research Method”
Do you find yourself losing time searching for references? Join Charles Crisman, our Gwinnett Library Manager, on January 24 at 11:00 am for “The Research Method“. This session is designed to streamline your research process using tools you already have, ensuring your APA formatting and references are accurate while freeing up more time for your actual writing.
