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### Time Managment Tips for Graduate Students

http://www.sgs.utoronto.ca/gradlife/Pages/Time-Management-Tips-for-Graduate-Students.aspx

The University of Toronto holds a stigma for being an overly difficult university. However, from my short experience as a student at this establishment, I have found that it is not the difficulty of the course content which makes the classes challenging but the magnitude of the work. The average university student is taking five courses which each have there own assignments, homework, readings, and assessments. Without proper time management, the workload can quickly become overwhelming. The University of Toronto School of Graduate Studies posted an article, written by Nellie Perret, which outlines useful suggestions to stay on track with school work. While these points were addressed to graduate students, they remain beneficial for any student struggling to manage their time. These tips included learning to say 'no' and tracking how you spend your time. Also, dividing big tasks into smaller ones so that they become less intimidating and ensuring you make time for activities or engagements which you enjoy.

### The Health and Wellness Centre - Maintaining Mental Health

http://www.studentlife.utoronto.ca/hwc/services-offered

Mental health is essential to student's academic success and overall well-being. It can be difficult for some individuals to find assistance or someone to confide in when they are in a crisis situation. Whether it is stress over work, family problems, or a history of mental health everyone experiences times when they need help from someone else. If you do not feel comfortable speaking with someone you already know or need professional help, it is important to know what resources are available to you at the university. The Health and Wellness Centre offers group sessions which allow individuals to connect with peers and develop coping mechanisms for times of stress and anxiety. Also, they offer confidential counselling with trained professionals to get specialized help. Finally, they offer workshops which include better sleep, better breath, and mindfulness group activities. These can help students achieve a better nights sleep, cope with personal challenges, and manage stress.

### 15 Secrets of Getting Good Grades in College

https://www.usnews.com/education/blogs/professors-guide/2009/08/19/15-secrets-of-getting-good-grades-in-college

The goal of the majority of university students is to graduate with grades they would be proud of. This may seem like an impossible task for someone stuck getting average grades and not knowing how they can improve their marks. An article published by the U.S. News, written by Lynn F. Jacobs, highlights 15 tips for achieving better grades in university. Some are fairly common such as actually going to lectures and giving your school work the appropriate time and effort it deserves. The article also addresses points such as picking courses which you believe you can actually do well in and avoiding taking an overly heavy course load. This is because having a semester which is over the recommended limit might lead to you neglecting courses which are of more significance. Additionally, the author made an important note on ensuring that you maintain your level of work ethic throughout the year as it can be easy to slack off towards exam periods. Finally, a point that not many students consider as an influencer of their grades is their perception of themselves. Believing in yourself and having a positive attitude is pivotal to your academic success. If you do not believe you can do well on an assignment chances are you will not give it your full effort.