In general, each class will have a main paper or report that, along with the exams, will constitute a large part of the grade for that class. The shorter papers include lab write-ups, questions, peer reviews or small reports. For the past 5 years, I have been very active in the Michigan Marching Band. I have also been involved in the basketball pep bands and campus bands. And I participate in intramural sports and in pick-up games with friends.
Many students gather here to do homework, socialize, and study all at the same time.
The undergraduate and graduate libraries are good places to get some quality studying accomplished, while the Diag on a sunny day is a great place to hang out and relax. Coffee shops around campus are popular meeting places and seem to be good for light reading and heavy conversation. I found both experiences extremely rewarding, not to mention a welcome break from classes and studying. This opportunity is rare and was extremely valuable because it gave me practical hands-on experience in the laboratory along with giving me the opportunity to work closely with professors and graduate students on their individual research projects. My major requires a thorough and practical knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology and the practical application of this basic knowledge to novel situations.