The theme of this week is to provide new students with as much information as they need to help them set up good study patterns, apply and develop their skills and manage their time well. Support, events and messages include:
Communication
Communication and literature on effective study skills and time management
Information Sessions
A series of free study skills sessions focussing on organising, study/life balance, key study skills and scheduling time.
Specific Initiatives
Discipline specific peer support initiatives
Blog
Study skills blog with insights and advise from from existing UL students and academics
UL Arena Calendar
Distribution of UL Arena calendar as time management tool
Lecture Attendance
A special emphasis on the importance of lecture attendance and showing links between lecture attendance and academic performance