Final Examinations

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1	Take care of yourself during finals week Northern Iowan 119:28, p.1	12/08/2022	Emma Koehler points out on-campus resources as well as tips that can help students make it through finals week; photo.
2	Stress Less week begins Northern Iowan 118:52, p.1	04/25/2022	Stress Less week begins on campus; photos.
3	Maximize your time over break Northern Iowan 116:25, p.3	12/05/2019	In the author's opinion, students should take advantage of the time away from school to truly take a break. Bradford discusses examples and ideas on how students can make the most of their time; photo.
4	Wellness Services: De-Stress Days at UNI Northern Iowan 116:25, p.3	12/05/2019	Student Wellness Services gives tips on how to lessen stress and discusses the return of De-Stress Days in the lead-up to finals. Activities and events will include emotional support animals, coloring, crafts, puzzles, hot chocolate or tea, and much more in the Maucker Union Ballroom; photo.
5	Top 10 tips for successful midterms Northern Iowan 116:14, p.3	10/17/2019	Midterms is almost upon UNI and Abigail Bennethum has 10 tips and tricks to help students not get overwhelmed. 1- Create a plan of study. 2- Scheduled set breaks. 3- Don't refuge, go to the library! 4- Get Plenty of sleep. 5- Eat healthy. 6- Utilize campus resources. 7- Track your progress. 8- Keep a positive outlook. 9- Keep your mental health a priority. 10- Treat yourself at the end of the week; photo.
6	Relax in the Union at "De-stress Days" Northern Iowan 115:51, p.3	04/22/2019	Student Wellness Services (SWS) discusses tips for well-being and invites readers to De-Stress Days, hosted by SWS and the Student Health Advisory Committee April 29 - May 1; photo.
7	Rest if you must, but don't quit Northern Iowan 115:27, p.3	12/06/2018	In the author's opinion, fear of failure is an important issue for college students. Khan discusses the pressure of final examinations, stress, mental health, and reflecting on failure and success.
8	Students de-stress before finals week Northern Iowan 116:27, p.5	12/06/2018	Student Wellness Services and the Student Health Advisory Board held "De-stress Days" Dec. 3-5 in the Maucker Ballroom. The activities includedd coloring, gratitude cards, a meditation labyrinth, companion puppies, hot drinks, and puzzles; photos.
9	UNI to hold De-Stress Days for "dead week" Northern Iowan 115:26, p.3	12/03/2018	Student Wellness Services (SWS) provides tips on how to de-stress. SWS and the Student Health Advisory Committee will be hosting De-Stress days the week prior to finals week.
10	Finals week preparation: The do's and don't Northern Iowan 114:26, p.4	12/04/2017	Staff and students discuss how to best study and prepare for finals; photo.
11	UNI offering de-stress opportunities for finals Northern Iowan 114:26, p.3	12/04/2017	Chaney of Student Wellness Services discusses strategies to manage stress associated with final exams, including many events for De-Stress Days.
12	NISG bash makes a splash Northern Iowan 112:53, p.1	04/25/2016	Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) held the Panther Bash event on April 21 in front of Maucker Union; photos.
13	Guest column: Relax, it's almost summer Northern Iowan 112:51, p.3	04/18/2016	Student Wellness Services offers tips on de-stressing for final exams, and highlights upcoming events at Maucker Union, Rod Library, and the Center for Multicultural Education (CME); photos.
14	Campus study hidey-holes Northern Iowan 112:27, p.1	12/10/2015	As finals approach, various buildings and structures across campus offer study spots for students; photos.
15	SWS guest column: De-stress for finals Northern Iowan 112:27, p.3	12/10/2015	Student Wellness Services offers resources for stress management as finals approach, including events in Maucker Union, Rod Library, and the Center for Multicultural Education.
16	Winter break brings time for reflection on dynamic semester Northern Iowan 112:27, p.3	12/10/2015	Northern Iowan executive Nick Fisher reflects on the semester, particularly Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG), in a letter from the editor; photo.
17	Students de-stress with pups Northern Iowan 111:54, p.6	04/30/2015	De-stress days will be held during finals week; photo.
18	A brief letter in preparation for my week Northern Iowan 111:53, p.4	04/27/2015	Monica Clark shares her dead week struggles; photo.
19	Every tip you will ever need Northern Iowan 111:27, p.4	12/11/2014	Student Eric Boisen offers up his ideas on how to be successful during finals week; photo.
20	Guest Column Northern Iowan 111:27, p.3	12/11/2014	Student Heather Place offers up some solutions for finals week stress, and some advice for long term stress management.
21	Finals are coming...study tips to get you through Northern Iowan 111:26, p.4	12/08/2014	Student Taija Tucker offers up some studying tips for those coping with the stress of final exams; photo.
22	Letter to the editor Northern Iowan 111:26, p.5	12/08/2014	Student Alonzo Beckham writes to the editor and urges students to cherish every moment, even those spent studying.
23	Affirmations to help get you through finals Northern Iowan 110:54, p.5	04/28/2014	Author shares retrospective thoughts on the semester.
24	Adderall things considered Northern Iowan 110:28, p.4	12/13/2013	The author thinks that the underlying problem to Adderall abuse is the intense pressure placed on students to succeed. Many students that are abusing Adderall are top students. Students need to realize that their health is more important than grades.
25	UNI voices: How can students most effectively prepare for finals? Northern Iowan 110:28, p.6	12/13/2013	Students and faculty answer the question "How can students most effectively prepare for finals?".
26	UNI students would benefit from Dead Week Northern Iowan 109:25, p.4	11/30/2012	Editorial expressing benefits of having a "Dead Week" at UNI. Includes discussion of changing semester schedules to include a week prior to finals without assignments or examinations in classes.
27	How to stay focused and relaxed during finals week Northern Iowan 107:52, p.10	04/22/2011	Have fun, don't procrastinate, study somewhere that makes you comfortable, ask for help, and don't get too excited or disappointed when finals are over.
28	How are we preparing for finals? Northern Iowan 107:50, p.10	04/15/2011	Tongue in cheek look at finals preparation. The categories include; figuring out where the library is, sleeping, not sleeping, and studying the material assigned by the professor (only 3 %).
29	Academic Learning Center offers tips for studying for finals Northern Iowan 106:27, p.10	12/11/2009	Students urged not to put off studying for finals. Don't re-read everything, make a schedule, know the instructors, know the options, ask for help, and plan ahead for next semester; photo.
30	Summer bliss is weeks away Northern Iowan 105:52, p.3	04/24/2009	Students reminded to get started in preparation for final exams. Working toward a goal with small steps is a start. Get help, do not skip classes, and avoid all night study sessions.
31	Friendly suggestions Northern Iowan 105:49, p.7	04/14/2009	Some alternatives given for relieving the stresses of end of the semester decisions.
32	Tips 4 finals Northern Iowan 105:27, p.10	12/12/2008	Offers tips for final examinations including finding a good study environment, preparing study guides limiting distractions, and staying healthy.
33	Dead sprint to the finish Northern Iowan 105:26, p.5	12/09/2008	Thinks that the week long Thanksgiving vacation might not have been beneficial to preparing for the last several weeks of class and then final examinations.
34	Complain drain Northern Iowan 105:25, p.5	12/05/2008	With the semester drawing to a close, the editorial staff urges students to complain all that they wish, but then get the work done and move on.
35	Campus communication Northern Iowan 104:44, p.9	03/28/2008	Students reminded that college life has its advantages; warned to keep busy this summer to avoid boredom.
36	The planning season Northern Iowan 104:30, p.5	01/29/2008	Winter allows time to planning for the upcoming school year, filling out applications, tax forms, and weddings.
37	Time to celebrate; finals are here Northern Iowan 104:27, p.8	12/07/2007	Suggestions on how to approach final week exams.
38	Prep week resolution on hold Northern Iowan 104:6, p.4	09/14/2007	Faculty Senate places request for no work assignments prior to final week on hold. Applications are available for financial assistance for student organizations from NISG. Intercollegiate Academics Fund can help students in need; photo.
39	News Brief/Calendar of Events Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	04/30/2007	Final examinations begin Monday, April 30.
40	News Brief/Calendar of Events Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	04/23/2007	Final examinations begin Monday, April 30.
41	Leaving lazy alone Northern Iowan 103:51, p.5	04/13/2007	Students urged not to put off working on projects. Procrastination will only lead to stress and less time to study for final exams.
42	Preparation can prevent stress Northern Iowan 103:27, p.9	12/05/2006	Getting started on studying for final examinations ahead of time can reduce stress during finals week; photo.
43	News Brief/Calendar of Events Public Relations News Release 2006:0, p.1	12/04/2006	Final examinations begin Monday, December 11.
44	Tuesday, May 2- Wednesday, May 3 Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	05/01/2006	De-stress Days information.
45	Studying for finals requires knowing one's limits Northern Iowan 102:55, p.11	04/28/2006	Advice for preparing for final examinations is shared.
46	Preparation=cake Northern Iowan 102:54, p.7	04/25/2006	Final week tips are shared. Students are challenged to examine their study habits and class participation throughout the semester.
47	Students not alone in finals stress Northern Iowan 102:28, p.11	12/09/2005	Professors deal with stress too, having to plan examinations and prepare for the next semester; photo.
48	Finals schedule Northern Iowan 102:27, p.3	12/06/2005	Schedule of class times and coordinating times for final exams.
49	Studying, stress, and senioritis; students cope with impending finals week Northern Iowan 102:27, p.3	12/06/2005	Students prepare for finals as the semester comes to an end; photo.
50	Finals stress factor #1: waiting until the last minute Northern Iowan 102:26, p.7	12/02/2005	Wonders why procrastination is so prevalent since it is known to induce more stress.
51	Relieve finals stress with massages, puppies Northern Iowan 102:26, p.11	12/02/2005	Events around campus will help students cope with the stress that builds up around finals time; photo.
52	Passion in preparation Northern Iowan 102:24, p.5	11/18/2005	Gives tips on preparing for finals and staying on top of the workload.
53	We urge you to live Northern Iowan 102:22, p.5	11/11/2005	Hope students don't overload during the end of the semester.
54	Remedies for finals' day stress Northern Iowan 101:28, p.7	12/10/2004	Offers suggestions for success during finals week.
55	Scholars to walk on water Northern Iowan 101:28, p.3	12/10/2004	The final exam for the freshman Presidential Honors seminar "Creative Problem Solving" is to find a way to walk across the WRC Leisure Pool.
56	Stressin' yourself out?; you may be the one who can help Northern Iowan 101:24, p.7	11/19/2004	Suggestions for dealing with stress; photo.
57	Students play catch-up as finals loom in the distance Northern Iowan 101:23, p.1	11/16/2004	Students study in the library; photo.
58	Keep your chin up with times ahead Northern Iowan 101:22, p.5	11/12/2004	Tries to help students beat the winter blues.
59	'De-Stress Days' helps UNI students relax during finals week Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	04/26/2004	"De-Stress Days" will be held Monday, May 3 through Wednesday, May 5; event includes mini massages and complimentary stress kits.
60	The end (of the semester) is near Northern Iowan 100:28, p.7	12/12/2003	Advice for finals week.
61	Sleep deprivation may hinder 'final' performance Northern Iowan 100:25, p.1	11/25/2003	Studies show that seventy-nine percent of college students do not get enough sleep; photo.
62	UNI to host annual de-stress days Public Relations News Release 2002:507, p.1	05/02/2003	Event will take place in Maucker Union May 5 through May 7, for students, faculty, and staff.
63	Finally, de-stress your finals Northern Iowan 99:28, p.11	12/13/2002	Ways to relieve stress created by finals are offered.
64	Reader submission Northern Iowan 99:28, p.9	12/13/2002	Poem about studying for finals week.
65	Tips for finals week Northern Iowan 99:28, p.7	12/13/2002	Makes suggestions for studying for final examinations.
66	Final exam schedule Northern Iowan 99:27, p.5	12/10/2002
67	'De-Stress Days' helps UNI students relax during finals week Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	12/05/2002	De-Stress Days will be offered on campus on December 12, 13, 16, and 17.
68	UNI Wellness and Recreation Services offers students a chance to de-stress Public Relations News Release 2001:476, p.1	05/01/2002	De-Stress Days will be held in the Maucker Union from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 6-8.
69	Student voices Northern Iowan 98:54, p.13	04/30/2002	Students respond to the question: "What do you do to prepare for your finals?"
70	How to deal with this 'oh, crap' time of year Northern Iowan 98:53, p.8	04/26/2002	Comments on everyone's crowded schedule and stress at the end of the semester, and reminds students to be glad they are in college because someday they'll wish they were still there.
71	Laughter, the best medicine? Northern Iowan 98:49, p.8	04/12/2002	Encourages students to stop worrying about finals, graduation, and the future; to focus on the positive things happening right now in their lives.
72	'De-Stress Days' taking place during finals week at the University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 2001:233, p.1	12/11/2001	"De-Stress Days" will be held on Dec. 17, 18, 19 in the Maucker Union to help faculty, staff, and students relieve stress caused by final examinations.
73	Give yourself a pep talk for finals Northern Iowan 98:25, p.14	12/04/2001	Director of Student Health Services Sue Courts and Academic Advisor Michael Broshears provide advice for dealing with finals.
74	Teacher defends final exams Northern Iowan 97:55, p.8	04/27/2001	Believes that final exams help students to retain the information they learned over the semester.
75	Stressed? We're not! Northern Iowan 97:54, p.7	04/24/2001	Suggests activities that will help relieve stress during finals week.
76	Destressing your day Public Relations News Release 2000:173, p.1	12/11/2000	Linda Miller discusses activities held during De-stress Days for students during finals week.
77	It's that time of the year again-finals!: tips for the right study spot Northern Iowan 97:28, p.15	12/08/2000	Locations noted of good places to study.
78	Serendipity Safari Northern Iowan 97:28, p.9	12/08/2000	Discusses feelings about finals.
79	Haiku just for students Northern Iowan 97:27, p.8	12/05/2000	Voices feelings about school and finals.
80	"De-Stress Days" taking place during finals week at the University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 2000:171, p.1	12/04/2000	Wellness and Recreation Services has hosted "De-Stress Days" during finals week since May 1996.
81	De-Stress Days approaching Northern Iowan 96:55, p.3	04/28/2000	Schedule of events for De-Stress Days to be held during finals week.
82	Helping students maintain their sanity during finals week Public Relations News Release 1999:161, p.1	12/13/1999	University of Northern Iowa is hosting "De-Stress Days" during finals week.
83	"De-Stress Days" to be held during finals week at the University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1999:159, p.1	12/07/1999	UNI will host stress relieving programs between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., during finals week, December 13 through 15.
84	De-Stress Days offer end-of-semester relief Northern Iowan 95:55, p.5	04/30/1999	Stress-reducing activities will be offered in the Union next week such as mini massages, Play-Doh, snacks, videos, bubbles, and animals to pet.
85	'De-Stress Days' to be held May 3-5 during spring finals at the University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1998:353, p.1	04/26/1999	Activities include animals from Humane Society, free popcorn, videos, mini-massages, drumming, and bubbles.
86	Students sleep deprived, caffeine overrated Northern Iowan 95:28, p.10	12/11/1998	Students use caffeine drinks to stay awake for studying, though activities such as exercising are recommended; photo.
87	Students take a break during De-Stress Days Public Relations News Release 1998:184, p.1	12/10/1998	UNI holding De-Stress Days during finals to help students deal with stress.
88	De-stress to do your best Northern Iowan 95:27, p.11	12/08/1998	Wellness and Recreation Services will host sixth bi-annual "De-Stress Days" next week to help students cope with stress of final examinations.
89	Procrastinators, beware during finals Northern Iowan 95:27, p.8	12/08/1998	Columnist comments on trying to finish the term papers he has put off all semester.
90	Scrooge: 'Balance of work and school ruins holiday mood' Northern Iowan 95:26, p.6	12/04/1998	Columnist comments on balancing holiday shopping with finals.
91	'De-Stress Days' to be held Dec. 14-16 during fall finals at the University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1998:172, p.1	12/02/1998	Free, stress-reducing activities will be held during "De-Stress Days". Linda Basu and Ken Jacobsen discuss the benefits of stress relief during finals.
92	Remember the four p's during finals week Northern Iowan 95:24, p.5	11/20/1998	Comments on surviving finals and following the four p's: prepare, perspire, persevere, then party.
93	Coping with the stress of finals Public Relations News Release 1997:333, p.1	04/30/1998	DeStress Days are happening this week in the Wellness and Recreation Center to help students cope with stress of finals.
94	Don't worry, be happy! Northern Iowan 94:54, p.6	04/28/1998	Editorial offers suggestions on how to cope with finals and pre-finals work.
95	De-stress for finals Northern Iowan 94:28, p.14	12/12/1997	Activities planned to help students during final examinations.
96	Koob to the rescue! Northern Iowan 94:28, p.6	12/12/1997	Parody of "Night Before Christmas".
97	Let the studying begin! Northern Iowan 94:28, p.1	12/12/1997	Students prepare for final examinations; photo.
98	De-Stress Days activities planned Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday (Dec. 15-17) to help UNI students relax and unwind during finals week Public Relations News Release 1997:151, p.1	12/11/1997	UNI Wellness and Recreation Services presents De-Stress Days to help students during finals week Dec. 15-17, according to Linda Basu and Ken Jacobsen.
99	Charities, finals: put it all in perspective Northern Iowan 94:27, p.5	12/09/1997	Urges students to relieve tension by helping charities and taking the long view.
100	De-Stress Days activities planned Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (December 16-18) to help UNI students relax and unwind during finals week Public Relations News Release 1996:204, p.1	12/16/1996	There will be free drop-in activities in Maucker Union the first part of finals week to help students "de-stress," including hand and shoulder massages, popcorn, music, silly games, puppies and kittens on hand courtesy of the Cedar Bend Humane Society.