Finals are just around the corner. This is a stressful time of the semester for students, but we have tips and strategies to help you navigate through finals week. You can also find stress-releasing events, tutoring information, and other resources to support you. Check out Survive and Thrive: Finals Resources Are Here to head into finals week with confidence. 

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The Pomodoro Technique is a beneficial way to avoid procrastination and effectively manage your time. The key to this technique is to focus your attention on a task for 25 minutes and then take a five-minute break.

Plan the task/work you plan to complete and set a 25-minute timer. Work on the task until the task is complete, and take a five-minute break after each 25-minute focused session. Try this technique to break down larger assignments or study sessions into smaller, more manageable sessions.

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Navigators Bri and Terra explain what you need to know if you plan on taking classes this summer.

Have questions? Get answers at the Hawks Q&A Center.

Today, April 18, the IUP women’s lacrosse team will recognize its seniors before their game against Slippery Rock at Miller Stadium. Game time is set for 7:00 p.m. Can’t make it in person? Watch here!
Talons Up!

Campus Recreation Services is holding a challenge to see who can hold the longest plank on Monday, April 21, from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. in the HUB Fitness Center. Prizes will be awarded to the top participants.

Keep up with your favorite teams at IUP Athletics.

Do you have a fabulous recipe that you’d like to share? The Office of International Education is gathering recipes to be a part of its cookbook! The deadline to submit your entries is April 22, so submit your recipe today!

Have you been to an SGA meeting this semester?  All students are invited and encouraged to attend the General Assembly Meeting on Tuesday, April 22, at 7:30 p.m. in Elkin Hall’s Great Room. 

Join Ándale, CAFE (Cultural American-French Exchange), and the IUP German Club on Wednesday, April 23, at 6:00 p.m. in Jane Leonard Hall, room B02, for a night of fun, culture, and friendly competition. There will be international food and drink, as well as cultural and language challenges. Whether you’re fluent or just starting your language journey, this event will have something for everyone!

Find more student organizations in Crimson Connect.

“What were you wearing?” is an all-too-common question asked of survivors of sexual assault. The Haven Project has partnered with Fashion Studies to bring awareness to this and other offensive questions that are put upon individuals who have experienced sexual violence, placing blame for a crime perpetuated against them.

Anonymous survivor stories from the IUP community will be on display from April 21 through April 25 in the Stapleton Library, first-floor atrium. You are invited to view this powerful and emotional display, which is dedicated to dispelling the myth that survivors provoke their assault based on how they were dressed.

Come to North Lawn on Wednesday, April 23, from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. to help the Interfraternity Council raise money to benefit men's mental health and learn about the ongoing crisis.

Keep yourself physically and mentally healthy at the Center for Health and Well-Being.

Do you know what you want to do after you graduate from IUP? You can start by setting clear, achievable career goals that help to identify your passions, strengths, and areas for growth. Talk to others along the way, and regularly reassess your progress so adjustments can be made as needed.

If you feel unsure about life after graduation, check out What Can I Do With This Major? Conveniently located on the CPDC website or in MyIUP, this tool will help you explore various career path options related to your major—even some you may not have yet considered!

Get ready for your future at the Career and Professional Development Center.

This workshop explores the critical importance of clarity and conciseness in a variety of writing contexts (including academic and professional settings). All are invited to this workshop on April 23 at 7:00 p.m. in Stabley, room 210, or via Zoom. The workshop will explore purpose- and audience-driven strategies for clarity and conciseness that can be used to reduce wordiness and provide clarity.

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