Preparing for finals and winter break
Preparing for finals and winter break
Quick Quack
Thursday, November 30, 2023
UO EVENTS
  • Mind the Gap and On the Rocks share holiday tunes at the A Cappella Winter Show on Friday, Dec. 1, beginning at 6:00 p.m. in 180 Prince Lucien Campbell Hall.
  • The School of Music and Dance presents diverse pieces at the Fall Dance Loft on Friday, Dec. 1, beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Dougherty Dance Theatre.
  • Enjoy tasty treats at Divisi’s Winter Wonderland Show on Saturday, Dec. 2, beginning at 11:00 a.m. in the Global Scholars Hall Great Room.
  • Stop in for a free performance by the UO Gospel Ensemble on Sunday, Dec. 3, at 5:00 p.m. in Beall Concert Hall.
  • Students who qualify can get free fruit, vegetables, bread, and more at the Trillium Plus Produce Drop on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2:45–5:00 p.m. in the EMU Amphitheater.
  • Chat with local authors and enjoy hot cider and refreshments at Holiday Nights at the Museum on Thursday, Dec. 7, 4:30–7:30 p.m. at the Museum of Natural and Cultural History.
FINALS WEEK
  • Discover helpful resources, services, and staff across campus through One Stop.
  • Get academic support. The Tutoring and Academic Engagement Center offers tutoring, peer coaching, and test prep workshops to help you succeed in various courses.
  • Check out UO Libraries for digital materials, study rooms, research support, and more.
  • Know your finals schedule. Write down final project and exam deadlines to stay organized.
  • Time management is essential. Studying in 20- to 50-minute intervals will help you retain information while avoiding stress. Eat, sleep, and take breaks between studying to improve your overall health and concentration.
  • Counseling Services offers brief, informal consultations throughout the week at Let’s Talk.
  • Five specific criteria must be met before a student can receive an incomplete. Review the criteria and process for requesting an incomplete. Approvals are not automatic; communicate with your instructor until the decision and incomplete contract, if approved, are finalized.
  • Complete withdrawals of all courses, grade option changes, or partial late withdrawal request petitions must be completed by Sunday, Dec. 3.
WINTER BREAK
  • Live near the Eugene campus and leaving town during break? Register your student residence for free with UOPD’s Vacation Watch program. Sign-ups begin on Monday, Dec. 4.
  • Get outfitted for the snow with the Outdoor Program. Take advantage of their winter break snowboard package, brand-new cross-country skis, and other rental gear.
NOTEWORTHY
  • Quack back! Submit your student experience surveys and provide your instructors with constructive feedback before 6:00 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 4.
  • Represent the UO and lead new students through IntroDUCKtion. Apply to join the 2024 Student Orientation Staff. Applications are open now through Wednesday, Jan. 10, at 8:00 a.m.
  • Spend a term abroad and gain professional work experience with a GlobalWorks international internship. The deadline to apply for spring 2024 is Friday, Dec. 1.
  • Sales begin on Monday, Dec. 4, at 10:00 a.m. for students who need to purchase first-time campus parking permits.
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FUN FACT
The University of Oregon's Autzen Stadium is consistently ranked among the top ten venues in the nation to watch a college football game.
 
PIC OF THE WEEK
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Puppy wearing a UO bandana poses at Autzen Stadium
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