6 Ways to Power Through the Mid-Semester Slump

As the days go on, there comes a point in the semester where students grow frustrated and exhausted

 

of the overload of assignments and papers they’re given. During this time of the year, it seems like there 

 

are endless amounts of homework the complete. It can be hard to stay calm during the height of 

 

midterms, papers, and essays, but here are some steps to help you power through the mid-semester 

 

slump.

 

 

Freaking out over everything you need to complete will most likely make you lose focus and 

 

procrastinate on your assignments. Just take a deep breath and slowly look over everything that 

 

needs to be done. 

 

 

My dad always told me that for the week you should write down what you need to do and the 

 

days you need to finish or hand things in. Having this list or little assignment book on you will 

 

help keep things on track. 

 

 

 

When given multiple assignments, it can be easy to get overwhelmed. Unless a difficult 

 

assignment is due on an earlier date, do the simple ones first to get them out of the way so 

 

you’ll have more time to focus on the complex assignments. 

 

 

Your grades are a top priority, but it’s important to make sure you’re not spending the days 

 

away locked up in the library or the tech center. Make sure you plan a schedule where you can 

 

get what you need done, but also have some time to relax, watch some Netflix, or hang with 

 

your friends. Squeezing in exercise at the gym can also help you reenergize. Carving out time to 

 

recharge is important for your mental health.

 

 

If you’re stuck on something, Temple offers multiple resources for students get help. Tutors are 

 

available in virtually every subject, so if you’re struggling, schedule a tutoring appointment. Your 

 

professors are there as well – office hours DO exist for a reason.  As a last-case resort, you can 

 

also ask your friends to help you with one of your classes. 

 

 

This is something that almost all of us do on daily basis but when it comes to midterms, finals, or 

 

even just an extra amount of assignments, we all let these things get to our head. We get scared 

 

or insecure of passing and stress ourselves out. Just calm down and try not to let your thoughts 

 

get to you. If you feel uneasy or confused, there is always something or someone there to make 

 

sure you pass.