study tips

Have you ever had two midterms and a midterm paper due in the same week? If so, you aren’t alone. After a couple grueling midterms seasons here at Berkeley, here are some of my tips to survive these long weeks!

What started off as a semester of motivation and eagerness to learn has progressed into a weary routine of studying for midterms and debating on whether to go to lecture. We at The Daily Clog completely understand. That’s why we’ve created for you the ultimate guide to dealing with procrastination.

Talking with other students, I was surprised to find out this is a common experience. What makes music so helpful when it comes to studying?

There is simply an obscene amount of information that must be digested and regurgitated for exams, and I always feel like a part of me is cramming, no matter how much lead time I give myself.

If you want to take your iPad experience to the next level, or if you just miss the feel of paper, you should consider getting a paperlike screen protector.

It’s dead week, and you have several exams waiting for you right around the corner. Considering how much of a struggle studying has been for many students this semester, you’re feeling pretty overwhelmed. There are dozens of pages of biology notes to go through, countless math problems to do and 10 too many lectures to catch up on. Don’t worry, you’re not alone; we at the Clog are here to help. Here are some nifty study hacks to help you minimize distractions and maximize studying efficiency. 

Regardless of how disorganized you are with your room, classes or your inbox, something you'll want to stay organized for is job hunting.

Soundtracks can be great study buddies. Here are some benefits to listening to a movie or television soundtrack while you study.

Learning is all about the experience, and if you simply study smarter, not harder, you’ll be good to go. Here’s how I survived my first three years at UC Berkeley and how I plan to survive the last year.