It is not uncommon for even the highest-achieving students to have to adjust to a new style of studying and time management at college. Often, first generation college students find themselves balancing the demands of coursework as well as the demands of a job, extracurricular activities, and spending time with family and friends. There are several resources at the University of Illinois that can assist you in this transition.
Counseling Center and CCP Paraprofessionals
Staff at the University of Illinois Counseling Center may be another good resource if you struggle with time management, test anxiety, attention and concentration concerns. You can arrange an Initial Appointment by calling 217-333-3704.
Counseling Center Paraprofessionals (CCPs) are undergraduate students affiliated with the Counseling Center who provide a variety of Tuesday @ 7 Workshops on time and stress management, study skills, preparing for finals, and other important topics.
Writers’ Workshop
The Writers Workshop is a service sponsored by The Center for Writing Studies. The Center for Writing Studies is an interdisciplinary academic unit at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign that facilitates research and promotes graduate study in the areas of written composition, language, literacy, and rhetoric. For further information about the Writers’ Workshop and its programs, call the central location in the University of Illinois Undergraduate Library at 217-333-8796.
University Library
The University Library, a campuswide network of libraries serving programs of learning and research in many disciplines, is the largest public university research library in the United States. The Library is a worldwide leader in the dissemination of knowledge through our remarkable research collections, outstanding services, innovative technologies, and exceptional faculty and staff.
Computer Labs
Information about computing, networking, and email may be found at Campus Information Technologies and Educational Services (CITES). To get information about computer training, call 217-244-7000 or 800-531-2531.
Other Websites
There are many good websites on time management, study skills, and other common areas of concern for college students.
The Counseling Center also offers several self-help brochures that offer study skills and time management tips.