Like many other college students, I have little experience with online courses, let alone taking them from my childhood home. Despite the change, I am determined to make the most out of this situation by placing a lot of focus and passion into my academics. I have been thinking a lot lately about how I will maintain my usual productivity under such different circumstances than I am normally used to. So, how do I plan to remain productive in a time of change and uncertainty? Here are the three things I am doing to stay productive and motivated.
I originally planned to go to Vermont for a few days with some friends from the University of Massachusetts Amherst during spring break. Despite living in New England the entirety of my life, I have never been to Vermont before so I was excited about this trip. Sadly, with the current state of the world, my friends and I ultimately decided that it would be best to postpone the trip not only for our well-being but for those around us. It was a heartbreaking decision since it would have been my last trip with my friends up at UMass Amherst given that we are moving to online learning after the break, but it was what needed to be done.
A lot has changed in not only my life but the lives of everyone in the world. While my spring break plans have drastically altered, I still wanted to have an enjoyable and normal break as possible. So, how did I spend my spring break? Here are the three main things I did to make the most out of my time off.
With the university shifting to remote classes for the time being, we will be missing out on the vibrant campus life that is part of studying at a large institution. Not long before Spring Break, I attended the Sisters on the Runway annual fashion show, held on Sunday March 1, 2020.
Freshman communication major Grace talks about adjusting to life at the University of Massachusetts, changing her major, and things she likes to do on campus.
Studying is something I’ve always seen as doing while locked in my room, sitting at my desk, and suffering in silence (or loudly if the task was particularly frustrating). That’s how I basically lived during my first semester at the University of Massachusetts.
Besides writing, one my passions in life is learning new languages. I currently speak three fluently, and am basic in another two. My goal in life is to be fluent in all five by the time I’m thirty-five.
Time management is one of the most important skills for students entering college and I have a few tips on how I manage my time and keep up with assignments on my own here at UMass Amherst.
The University of Massachusetts Amherst is well known for its number one campus dining. With a mission to contribute to the campus life experience by providing a variety of healthy and flavorful meals featuring local, regional, and world cuisine in a sustainable and environmentally conscious manner, UMass Dining is an integral part of the UMass experience.
As a junior here at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, I have explored much of what the campus has to offer. With amazing study areas, a multitude of phenomenal eateries, working out at our recreation center, and much more, I have discovered many places here on campus that I love dearly. But even as a junior, there are plenty of areas here on campus that I have yet to fully explore. To help incoming students discover some of the wonderful locations at UMass, here are some of my favorite places on campus.
Julia, a sophomore at the University of Massachusetts Amherst has wanted to be an elementary school teacher for as long as she can remember. Hear how her courses at UMass are preparing her for that goal.
Thanksgiving and winter break are exciting times to go home and spend time with family and friends. They’re periods of relaxation, where you have a whole week (or several) to not worry about upcoming assignments.
Julia, a sophomore at the University of Massachusetts Amherst has wanted to be an elementary school teacher for as long as she can remember. Hear how her courses at UMass are preparing her for that goal.