AH! It’s hard to believe that another year has flown by. But before we get to rejoice about all of our accomplishments throughout the semester it’s time for.... dun dun dun… FINALS!! Don’t panic! Here are my top 5 suggestions on how to beat the stress of finals and come out on top!
5) Start early! If you don’t have a lot of work the week before finals, don’t cram it all into one week. By spreading out your studying, you can make sure that you have time to really absorb the material so that your not staying up all night reviewing everything the night before your exam.
4) Although I’m sure that it would make mom and dad happy to know that you were in the library for 18 hours straight studying, DON’T! Your brain needs a break to make sure that it processes all the information your feeding it! Listen to your Ipod, make a stop at the coffee kiosk, or call a friend, but make sure that you make some time for yourself.
3) Study with a buddy!! Have a friend in your class? How about an acquaintance? By studying with someone that you know, you can share your notes and your brains to make sure that between the two of you that you remember and understand all of the information on your exam.
2) Get a good night’s sleep! Contrary to popular belief, staying up all night right before an exam isn’t the best way to prepare for the test. It actually leaves your brain too tired to work properly during the test!  Make sure that you stop your studying by 9-10 that night, de-stress by watching some TV or having a late night dance party, and wake up refreshed for your final the next morning.
1) Don’t Panic! If you have been going to class all semester and doing your homework, I’m sure that you remember a lot more then you think you remember! As long as you follow all my tips, plus some of your own, and pack your bag with everything you need for the test the night before, you’re going to do fantastically!!!!

Good luck with finals everyone and remember, when finals are all done you’re free to be out in the sun to start your summer

P.S. This is dedicated to my roomate… hope you like my tips!