The Student Success Centre offers a variety of workshops and events to to help you improve your academic skills and flourish as a student.
Sept 13 & 15: Time Management and Creating a Study Schedule
The semester has just begun but coursework can pile up quickly! Join us for practical tips on to how stay organized, keep up with coursework and find balance in your life.
Sept 13 (In-person); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3740
Sept 15 (Zoom); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3741
Sept 20 & 22: Note-Taking Skills
Note-taking is an essential academic skill that can take time to develop. We will review ways to improve your notetaking and help you get the most out of your lectures.
Sept 20 (In-person); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3742
Sept 22 (Zoom); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3743
Sept 27 & 29: Study Strategies
Ever wondered if your study skills are on track for university? Join us to learn proven study techniques and how to maximize your review time.
Sept 27 (In-person); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3744
Sept 29*: link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3745
*A recording will be provided as the university will be closed in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Recognition.
Oct 4 & 6: Preparing for Exams
Stuck in a cycle of cramming for exams? We will cover why starting early is key, how to prepare for different types of exams and strategies you can use during your test.
Oct 4 (In-person); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3746
Oct 6 (Zoom); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3747
Oct 11 & 13: Habits for Success
Success doesn’t happen overnight. Instead, it is often the result a series of small habits built up over time. Join us to learn about the power of habits and how they can support your academic goals.
Oct 11 (In-person); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3748
Oct 13 (Zoom); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3749
Oct 18 & 20: Reading Strategies
Are your articles piling up? Feel like you can’t remember what you just read? Not sure what to take notes of? This week we will cover how to get more out of your textbooks in less time.
Oct 18 (In-person); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3750
Oct 20 (Zoom); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3751
Oct 25 & 27: Building Focus
Maintaining focus can be challenging, especially with so many distractions around us. This week we will provide strategies to help you stay on task longer and increase productivity.
Oct 25 (In-person); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3752
Oct 27 (Zoom); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3753
Nov 1 & 3: Reducing Procrastination
Have you ever procrastinated by watching videos about procrastination? Join us for one of our most popular topics – how to reduce academic procrastination and build motivation.
Nov 1 (In-person); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3754
Nov 3 (Zoom); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3755
Nov 8 & 10: Top Study Skill and Exam Prep Tips
We are combining our top two workshops into one! This week we will cover our best study strategies and test taking tips.
Nov 8 (In-person); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3756
Nov 10 (Zoom); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3757
Nov 22 & 24: Finishing the Semester Strong
You are on the homestretch! Join us to learn how to finish your semester with success, including why taking care of your well-being is an important learning strategy.
Nov 22 (In-person); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3758
Nov 24 (Zoom); link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3759
University Prep - Summer 2023
Join the Student Success Centre via Zoom each August as we cover our top three student requested topics: time management, confidence in the classroom, and study strategies! Whether this is your first year or fourth, these presentations will help you feel better prepared for the semester ahead.
University Prep #1: Time Management
Your semester can go by in a flash! In this presentation, we will discuss time management strategies to help you prepare for the semester, stay on top of your coursework, create a study schedule and balance it with time for yourself.
Register for August 15 at 11AM: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3734
Register for August 21 at 1PM: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3737
University Prep #2: Confidence in the Classroom
Success in the classroom involves more than just showing up. We will cover best practices on how to get the most out of your lectures (including online), note-taking strategies, and why participation matters.
Register for August 16 at 11AM: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3735
Register for August 22 at 1PM: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3738
University Prep #3: Study Strategies
Wondering if your study skills are on track for university? Join us to learn about proven study techniques, how to maximize your review time and why you really should avoid those late-night cram sessions.
Register for August 17 at 11AM: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3736
Register for August 23 at 1PM: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3739
Can't attend? View presentation recordings:
Time management: https://youtu.be/mEavMy386Cw (Aug 16, 2022; 39:37)
Note-taking: https://youtu.be/x2qGYWyu4cM (Note: #2 previously focused on notetaking. Aug 17, 2022; 50:59)
Confidence in the Classroom: https://youtu.be/hy_ldeZlLJw (Aug 22, 2023; 47:14)
Study Strategies: https://youtu.be/ZI5bBdpWe68 (Aug 18, 2022; 37:33)
For the Fall 2023 semester, our group will meet on Mondays at 2PM in M1035 (Markin Hall, Lethbridge campus)
To sign up, simply email: student.success@uleth.ca. Yup, it’s that easy! (Or use the links to RSVP for individual events listed below.)
September 11: Learn to Love Being a Student (Again!)
Welcome to the Academic Resilience group! In this session, we will introduce the program and discuss how resiliency, growth mindset and effective learning strategies can help you to thrive instead of just survive.
Link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3760
September 18: Creating Habits for Success
Learn how small changes can make a meaningful impact on both your academic and personal lives. We will discuss how to identify and implement new positive habits, tips on making them automatic, and where to seek additional support when needed. Following this week, you will have the ability to apply a growth mindset to habit formation when pursuing academic and personal success.
Link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3761
September 25: Time Management and Finding Balance
Coursework can quickly pile up and feel overwhelming. We will discuss tools and techniques to help you create a plan for the semester, how to be more productive and why finding balance is equally important for your success.
Link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3762
October 2: Optimism and Effective Study Skills
Approaching difficult tasks from a positive perspective can be challenging at times. Join us to learn how optimism is a tool for success and how it can compliment well-developed study skills. We’ll also talk about proven study techniques, why they are effective and how you can implement these for different courses.
Link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3763
October 16: Calm and Confident Test Taking
Learn how you can feel calmer and more confident during your next exam. Discussions include finding steadiness in the stress, how to prepare for different types of exams, strategies to use during the exam, and everything in-between.
Link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3764
October 23: Building Focus and Gratitude
Maintaining focus can be challenging, especially with so many distractions around us. This week we will provide strategies to help you stay on task longer and increase productivity. We will also discuss the importance of gratitude for yourself, your academic progress, and your future personal growth.
Link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3765
October 30: Sleep and Physical Activity as Learning Strategies
Most of know that sleep and exercise are important, but have you ever thought why? This week we investigate the important role these activities play on our learning and how we can use them as a tool for success. By the end of the session, you will understand the benefits of sleep and exercise while gaining strategies to improve both.
Link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3766
November 6: Procrastination, Motivation and Writing Strategies
Why do we procrastinate? How do I find motivation? This week we’ll explore those questions and help you to recognize and prevent procrastination before it occurs. You will learn how you can use these strategies and apply them to daunting projects like writing assignments.
Link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3767
November 20: Compassion and Connections
University can be hard but it’s a little easier when we show some compassion to ourselves and have a community of support around us. Well talk about the importance of community, how to communicate with your professors and helpful resources to check out.
Link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3768
November 27: Transitions
As the semester ends, it’s important to take time to reflect on the semester and your personal growth. What were your successes? What will you build upon next semester? What tools will you use to stay on track? We will also discuss the importance of gratitude for yourself and your academic progress!
Link to register: https://myexperience.uleth.ca/openEvents.htm?eventId=3769
Join us in a quiet welcoming study space to:
- Get started on an assignment/course review/readings (whatever you've been procrastinating on!)
- Create a study schedule
- Set weekly goals
- Gain time management tips
Hosted by a Peer Learning Mentor each week. Beverages and study snacks provided! (Program runs Sept 18 - Dec 8, 2023)
Interested in this program but not available during this time? Let us know! You can also schedule mini anti-procrastination meetings with our Peer Learning Mentors.
Procrastination Awareness Week March 6 - 10, 2023
Procrastination pawing at you? Feeling unmotivated? Join us for Procrastination Awareness Week as universities and colleges from across Canada will be offering a variety of virtual workshops on top time management skills, study strategies, how to get started on writing assignments, building motivate and more. You can also get focused in our virtual study hall, working alongside students from across the country who also need to make progress on their to do lists.
Events run March 6 - 10, 10AM – 3PM MST. To learn more or register, for free, visit: https://events.zoom.us/ev/ApNs2gDe7WUnoxtSCcviRJ87w3GmjqzM-RlHHOBT_Y4P16fkKhsw~AggLXsr32QYFjq8BlYLZ5I06Dg
Join the Student Success Centre as we present: Building Gratitude and Focus - Thursday, March 9, 2023 at 10AM.
View our 2022 presentation on building habits to beat procrastination: https://youtu.be/3Gll9UgdUnU
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March 6-10th, 2023 is National Procrastination Week. With generous support from the Learning Specialists Association of Canada (LSAC), staff from Writing Centres, Libraries, Accessible Learning Centres, and Learning Commons across Canada are working together to offer a week of workshops and connection to support students and increase our shared awareness and understanding of procrastination.