I cut grass to support myself go to school – Gov. Masari

By Bashir Bello

KATSINA – Governor Aminu Bello Masari of Katsina on Thursday while charging students to seize every positive opportunity at their disposal to improve on their education, said he cut grass to support himself in primary school.

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Governor Masari said he has to cut grass to put breakfast on his table the following morning before going to school.

The Governor made this known during the maiden matriculation of about 136 students of the Katsina State Institute of Technology and Management, KSITM.

He urged the students to strive for themselves, utilise positive opportunities that comes their way positively instead of waiting for help to come from someone.

According to him, “On holidays get something doing. Sell sugarcane, maybe you need only N1,000 to start a business of sugarcane selling or Dates (Dabino) or Tiger nuts (Aya) selling. There are so many things you can do with your lives.

“When we were in school, a primary school, we went to cut grass. I have to cut grass if I want to break for the following morning. So it is possible, there are a lot of work to do but people feel so important that they are beyond certain jobs. Nobody is beyond means of supporting himself. You say you are too big, you cannot sweep the road, pick polythene bags but you go and beg. And if the person doesn’t give you, you abuse the person, which is the worst situation? Waiting for somebody,” he said.

He assured that government will continue to support the education sector in the state particularly that it is it first and topmost priority.

Earlier, the rector of the institution, Dr. Babangida Abubakar Albaba said the institute is fashion out to produce prosperous, self-reliant, innovative and entrepreneurial individuals.

“Here at KSITM, we will aid you to unlock your potentials and make you find your true self. The institute is designed to give you a smooth transition from the academic world into the larger society. You will become innovators and entrepreneurs after the completion of your courses of specialisation.

“You are therefore expected to utilise all the facilities made available to you such as E-library and other online resource materials provided by the institute,” Albaba said.

Meanwhile, the institute matriculated the 136 students in various courses of Networking and System Security (49 students), Software Engineering (41 students) and Banking Operations (46 students).

Kingsley Umeh: 12 Small Business Ideas for University Students in Nigeria

Are you a student? Do you want to make some extra money while in school? The fact that you are a student doesn’t stop you from starting any profitable and lucrative small business for yourself while in campus.

Set your goals and make them happen

Goals big and small can be the steppingstones to a happier life and the way we set them can make a difference to achieving them. Here's how...

WHY DO IT?
Having goals for things we want to do and working towards them is an important part of being human. The path towards our goals may not always run smoothly or be easy, but having goals, whether big or small, is part of what makes life good. It gives us a sense of meaning and purpose, points us in the direction we want to go and gets us interested and engaged, all of which are good for our overall happiness.

Over 2000 years ago, Aristotle said "Well begun is half done." And with regards to goals, he's right (as he seems to have been on a lot of things). Paying attention to how we set our goals makes us more like to achieve them and achieving them makes us feel good about ourselves and our lives.

WHERE TO START

1. Decide. Think of something you want to do or work towards. It doesn't matter what, as long as it's something you want to do - ideally something you're interested in or feel excited by. It should be something you want to do for its own sake not for something or someone else. It can be a big thing or a small thing - sometimes it is easier to get going with something small. And it often helps if it's something that's just a little bit beyond what you currently can do - goals that stretch us can be motivating!

2. Write it down. Carefully. Writing down our goals increases our chances of sticking with them. Write down how you will know you have reached your goals and when you'd like to have achieved it by. Ask yourself: what it will 'look' like and how will you feel when you've done it? How does it connect to who or what you value in your life? Describe your goal in specific terms and timescales e.g. 'I want to plant lettuces, carrots and peas in the empty patch in my garden by the end of May' rather than 'I want to do some gardening.' Write your goals in terms of what you want, not what you don't want. For example: 'I want to be able to wear my favourite jeans again', rather than 'I don't want to be overweight anymore'.

3. Tell someone. Telling someone we know about our goals also seems to increase the likelihood that we will stick at them.

4. Break your goal down. This is especially important for big goals. Think about the smaller goals that are steps on the way to achieving your bigger aim. Sometimes our big goals are a bit vague, like 'I want to be healthier'. Breaking these down helps us be more specific. So a smaller goal might be 'go running regularly' or even 'to be able to run around the park in 20 minutes without stopping'. Write down your smaller goals and try to set some dates to do these by too. Having several smaller goals makes each of them a bit easier and gives us a feeling of success along the way, which also makes it more likely that we'll stay on track towards our bigger goal.

5. Plan your first step. An ancient Chinese proverb says that the journey of 1000 miles starts with one step. Even if your goal isn't to walk 1000 miles, thinking about the first step on the way will really help to get you started. Even if you don't know where to start there's no excuse - your first step could be to research 'how to…' on the internet or think of people you could ask or to get a book on the subject from the library. Then think of your next step… and the next…

6. Keep going. Working towards our goals can sometimes be difficult and frustrating - so we need to persevere. If a step you're doing isn't working, think of something else you could try that still moves you forward, even a tiny bit. If you're struggling, ask people you know for their ideas on what you could do. They may help you see a different way. Thinking about different ways of reaching our goals makes it more likely we'll be successful. If you're really struck - take a break and then re-read the goal you wrote down when you started. If you need to adjust your goal - that's ok too. Then have another think about a small next step...

7. Celebrate. When you reach your goal take time to enjoy it and thank those that helped you. Think about what you enjoyed and learned along the way. Now, what is your next goal or project going to be?

REFERENCE

[1] Locke, E.A. (2002) Setting goals for life and happiness. In S.J. Lopez & C.R. Snyder (Eds.)Oxford Handbook of Positive Psychology. NY: Oxford University Press.

[2] Lyubomirsky, S. (2007).The How of Happiness. London: Penguin Books

[3] Miller, .A. & Frisch, M.B. (2009). Creating Your Best Life Yet: The Ultimate List Guide. NY:Sterling

[4] Rasmussen, H,N.,Wrosch, C., & Scheier, M.F., & Carver, C.S. (2006). Self-regulation processes and health: The importance of optimism and goal adjustment. Journal of Personality, 74, 1721-1747

SIX STEPS TO OVERCOME EXAM FEVER

Imagine falling asleep in one lecture session and waking up in the middle of the next lecture sitting. That would be a recipe for disaster during exam period. Students resort to extraordinary ways to excel in exams and suffer exam fever. You’ve heard of students who study standing. You know students who study sitting with their feet in cold water to wade off sleep in preparation for examination. There is hardly a student who doesn’t get panic attack during the period leading to exams. You can overcome exam fever by taking six steps.

Beat the Exam Fever - Try These Easy Tips

by Dr. Enozia Vakil on  April 1, 2013

With exams being round the corner, it seems everyone, right from kids and mothers to teachers and schools are undergoing a constant pressure and stress. Competition and peer pressure can take out the best, or the worst in your child, depending on how well your kid handles it.

Nigeria's Babel: One Government, Multiple Conflicting Voices By Reno Omokri

If you are a keen follower of the world of business, you would probably have heard that Etisalat Nigeria, the Nigerian affiliate of the UAE based Emirates Telecommunications Corporation, also known as Etisalat, is having difficult times and may be taken over by banks to whom it is heavily indebted to the tune of about $1.7 billion. Apparently, CHANGE has come to Etisalat Nigeria!

Is it not ironic that it is this same Etisalat, where an All Progressive Congress big fish with an appetite for lying and making inciting statements is suspected to have interests, is blaming the economy for its failure? Who has been in charge of the economy since 2015? 

6 Tips to Improve Your Time Management Skills

By Donna M. White, LMHC, CACP

When you learn and maintain good time management skills, you’ll find freedom from deadline pressure and from stress in general. You’ll be more productive, procrastinate less, and have more time to relax, which helps further decrease stress and anxiety.

Time management skills are like shoes or a good pair of jeans — you may have to try several pair before you find just the right fit. They’re different for each person and you have to find what works best for you. Below are a few that work for me which you may want to borrow.

1. Make a list.The thing about making lists is that you actually have to use them. You may want to set reminders on your phone and computer.Lists really do work if you use them. One of the most important things is to make sure your list feels attainable. No one wants a 30-item to-do list and have to, at the end of the day, look at the 20 items that didn’t get done. Prioritize yours and others’ needs and plan accordingly. You might even want to make three lists — personal, home and work.

The Meaning of Being a Mother

 by SUSAN DIRANIAN                                                                                                                                

The meaning of being a mother is virtually endless. A mother is a protector, disciplinarian and friend. A mother is a selfless, loving human who must sacrifice many of their wants and needs for the wants and needs of their children. A mother works hard to make sure their child is equipped with the knowledge, skills and abilities to make it as a competent human being. Being a mother is perhaps the hardest, most rewarding job a woman will ever experience.

10 QUALITIES OF A REAL WOMAN

What are the qualities of a real woman?

Would you be able to define them if you were asked?

Staggering divorce statistics and a number of single-parent households make it more apparent than ever that men and women alike are having a difficult time finding high-quality partners.

Since I’ve been receiving some amazing feedback and comments on 10 Qualities Of A Real Man, I’ve decided to flip the script and discuss some of the many great attributes possessed by strong and healthy women.

What Does It Mean To Be A Woman?

By Kovie Biakolo

Growing up, I thought I had a pretty good idea what being a woman meant. All the women around me or at least the women I looked up to had a lot in common – they had successful careers, they were married, they were mothers, and they were involved in their communities. Looking back, I don’t know how the hell they did it – some days I come home and honestly am grateful that the only person I really have to cater to is myself. It sounds selfish but it’s true. Yesterday, I started my day at 5:30 AM, after 3.5 hours of sleep, and after just managing to get in a workout at 9:30 PM, I didn’t get home till 11 PM. Most days aren’t like this but then I think of my mother who while married and working, obtained all her education to the PhD level, and raised five kids, I feel a little put to shame. HOW DID YOU DO IT MUM? I WANT TO KNOW THE SECRET!

10 Tips to Achieve Anything You Want in Life

Tackle your biggest goals with these tips from a former Olympic athlete.

Inga Stasiulionyte

August 2, 2016              

  

I’m no stranger to feeling stuck in life.

I’ve trained with some of the best coaches on the planet during my 20-year sports career, and again when I competed in the 2008 Olympics.

But when I wanted to start my own company, to share my knowledge about motivational psychology and training with others, it wasn’t as easy as I’d thought it would be.

The Best Paris Fashion Week Street Style

By Danielle Fowler  /   3 Mar 2017 11:00

As it happens...

The fourth and final city is busy prepping to showcase its autumn/winter '17 collections to the fashion elite. Outside of the shows, the fash pack are crowding to be photographed in their finest attire. That's right, it's Paris Fashion Week.

And boy, what an event it's set to be. Paris hosts the final installment of catwalk shows and so fashion influencers must take the opportunity to debut their best clobber in one final attempt to grace the magazine pages.

Photography

A bold new generation of Nigerian photographers is emerging to capture the changes and challenges sweeping across the country. From hard-hitting photojournalism in the Niger Delta to subversive fashion photography, take a look at the photographers shaping Nigeria’s thriving visual culture.

Adeola Olagunju

Adeola Olagunju is a rising photographer who lives and works in Lagos. Developing the art of the performative self-portrait, her series, Resurgence: A Manifesto, looks both inwards and outwards to construct a sense of identity as a means of resistance. In bold black and white, her images speak volumes as they stage the photographer’s attempt to break free from ‘mental shackles.’ Interested in what the body communicates outside of our conscious thoughts, her latest project, Paths and Patterns, explores feet as maps of journeys and experience, testing the boundary between pre-determined routes and the freedom to wander. Her work has been exhibited at Lagos Photo and she won the Young Artfund Amsterdam Award for 2013.

5 crazy things people do to lose weight (Number 4 will shock you)

The society we live in now sees being skinny as a beauty trend, putting a lot of people, especially women, under pressure to lose weight and be seen as beautiful or handsome. This pressure tends to push them into taking desperate measures that may shock you, even when sadly easier and safer solutions to lose weight are readily available, click here to get them now!

Be warned that even though this may be the first time you are hearing of some of these practices, don’t be tempted to try them out as they are not exactly the best ways to go about your weight loss journey.

These are 5 crazy things people do to lose weight:

1. Smoke

It is a well-known fact that smoking is a dangerous practice; however, some people have gone beyond smoking for pleasure to smoking to lose weight or stay skinny. This is a harmful practice and definitely a no-no when safer remedies exist.

2. Starve

Abstaining from food may keep a person skinny or get them thinner than they are, but this is an unhealthy method to lose weight too, the body gets denied essential nutrients it needs and people who practice this are prone to ulcer among many other ailments. So just don’t do it!CLICK HERE FOR HEALTHIER SOLUTIONS

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aking laxatives induces violent and unnatural bowel movement, this also leads to dehydration, giving a temporary mirage of weight loss, it is crazy that people do this especially since it does not even take care of body fat. Save yourself the trouble and get the solution you crave HERE!

4. Jaw Wiring

As scary as this looks and sounds, people actually go this far to lose weight. The idea behind it is that wiring the jaw shut prevents a person from eating. It is just as bad as starving but is an extreme method for people who lack the self-control to keep themselves from eating.

 5. Induce vomiting   

                                                                                                                                   
This involves actually eating as much food as you want and then inducing vomiting your empty your stomach after a meal, mostly by putting a finger down your throat. It is as terrible as it sounds and totally disgusting.

The sad thing about these 5 crazy practices is that they all come with terrible side effects that are not worth the trouble, especially since safer methods exist that can save you the trouble and still let you live a happy life.

Would you like to get that solution to your weight problem? It is safe and does not require any extreme or unhealthy practice and best of all, you see beautiful results in as little as 2 weeks!

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20 reasons why all are not completely happy during Valentine's Day - Forbes

Ah, if only life were like a romantic comedy or advertising. Valentine's Day is certainly a happy occasion for many. An opportunity to spend a day with that special someone or, for some, someones.
A time to generate more memories, show your love or feel loved. But for others, it's anything but... even if you are in a relationship.
For a number of people, the commercially designated day of love can actually cause stress, anxiety, unhappiness and even depression. Here are 20 reasons why not all are completely happy during Valentine's Day:

1. Being reminded that you're not in a relationship:
Here's a common source for the single. Most other days, you may realize that you are much more than a relationship and being single is much better than being in a bad relationship. But on this day, the social pressure can be overwhelming. Valentine's Day is like society collectively deciding to be politically incorrect toward single people.

2. Being reminded that you are in a relationship:
On the flip side, you may not really like your current relationship. Perhaps you can avoid the other person most of the year (e.g., "Honey,I'll be stepping out for a few weeks," or, "We have common interests in that we both hate each other."), but it's harder to do so on Valentine's Day. Seeing other couples who seem happier in real life or on television can add to the stress...especially if one of those couples you see includes your significant other.

3. Being reminded that you are trying to be in a relationship:
You know that person that you keep spending time with, trying to be like mold and grow on him or her? Well, ignorance and hope can be bliss. Valentine's Day can be the moment of clarity. If that person's out with someone else during Valentine's Day, things aren't looking too good. The Friend Zone is like the Phantom Zone: It takes Supergirl or Superman to get out of it.

4. Being reminded that your significant other is not around:
Not all couples can be together during Valentine's Day. Maybe your significant other is long-distance/ traveling.

5. Being reminded that your kids may be in relationships:
Yes, your kids may be finally old enough to date, which depending on your attitudes can range from the age they are in junior high school to the age when they can rent a car. Worrying about this can cause anxiety about who they are with or why they grew up so quickly.

6. Being reminded of past relationships:
Valentine's Day can be like syndication for your past romantic regrets, making you replay your mistakes over and over again. It can be especially tough if a former significant other passed away. Conversely, Valentine's Day can prompt your favorite stalkers to reappear and step up their games, calling, texting or messaging you or sending lovely gifts that you then have to explain to your current significant other or your co-workers or your front desk person.

7.Stressing your relationship:
Valentine's Day can bring scrutiny on and strain your relationship. Rather than a happy occasion, it can feel like a Law and Order interrogation. Where is relationship going? Do you love me? Why do we argue so much? Why do my parents call you a bum? When are you going to get a better job? When are we going to get married? When will we live in the same city? Is a yak really a good pet? Who is that other person that's sleeping in the bed with us?

8.Taking your relationship to another level:
Depending on where you are, Valentine's Day maybe a cue to take your relationship to another level, but you and your partner may not be on the same page or even the same book, which could be stressful. This could mean trying to have children, redecorating the kitchen, a marriage proposal, sex for the first time, kissing for the first time or getting to know the name of your significant other.

9. Failing to meet expectations:
Sometimes expectations for Valentine's Day can be so high that you just can't reach them. Spending weeks thinking that your significant other is going to hold a Pepsi Super Bowl halftime show for you could set you up for big disappointment.

10. Forcing roles:
"Roles" as in duties and expectations, not baked goods. Some may chafe under the standard roles of Valentine's Day and feel that the holiday is old-fashioned.

11.Being reminded that you have no money or are spending money:
Valentine's Day can be expensive for all the reasons below. Yes, money can't buy you love, but apparently it can rent it. Such spending can add to financial stress for some.

12. Finding a babysitter who is free on Valentine's Day but is old enough to be a babysitter:
Rule number one, the babysitter has to be older than the children being babysat. When there is a shortage, watch babysitters become Wall Street tycoons and push their rates up and up.

13.Trying to secure a reservation in any restaurant that doesn't serve Happy Meals and Big Macs:
Valentine's Day is a boon for restaurants. Popular restaurants get completely booked weeks in advance, leaving the non planners with the choice of the 3 p.m. or midnight dinner slots or taking their dates to Subway. Also, expect every dish to be more expensive than usual and renamed after love or passion.

14. Getting flowers that are not weeds:
So dandelions don't count as flowers? If Valentine's Day is a boon for restaurants, it means absolutely everything to florists. Therefore, buying flowers can involve more planning than a military operation. And there are so many decisions. What types of flowers? Pretty ones. What arrangement? One in which flowers are not upside down. What type of vase? A solid one that doesn't leak. What type of wrapping? A tortilla. Then you have to schedule the flower delivery so that it arrives at exactly the right time: when everyone else is around and can see that the flowers are arriving. Not too early and not too late.

15.Buying a gift that is not just a thought:
Yes, it's the thought that counts. Try thinking about something and see if that passes as a gift. If that were the case, people would be all over philosophy majors. Unless you really know your significant other and have a mutual understanding, trying to buy the right gift can be stressful.

16.Trying to write something dramatic but not corny on a card:
"You are excellent,""Good job on being a girlfriend (or boyfriend)," "Best of luck in the coming year" or"Congratulations on being my significant other" probably don't pass. Face it, this is a losing proposition. If you end up breaking up, you are probably writing something that you didn't mean, such as: "I will always be your Valentine (until something better comes along or until you develop this really bad farting problem)." If you do stay together,words on a card cannot really convey the meaning of your relationship.

17.Eating too much and too badly:
Valentine's Day fare can be unhealthy. Many things are sweet, goopy and full of fat, sugar and salt. Unhealthy food, even for a day, can make you feel sick. But if you are buying or getting candy, that stuff can last for days or even weeks. Candy is not like turkey. You can't make candy sandwiches, salads or soups. So be prepared to eat unhealthily for awhile or throw out food.

18.Suffering from performance anxiety:
For sex, this may seem like the Super Bowl, only without the helmets, shoulder pads and Lady Gaga...unless you are into those sorts of things. You may feel like for some reason this has to be extra special, and you know what pressure can do...

19. Suffering accidents:
When you are distracted or under pressure, you make mistakes. When you make mistakes, you can hurt yourself. When you hurt yourself, you can even end up in the hospital. Don't end up in the hospital. Get Direct TV and be careful during Valentine's.

20.Dealing with the drama and the aftermath:
Holidays can be emotional times. People do all kinds of things when they are emotional. Arguments, fights, abuse, failed proposals, sex mishaps. All of these can leave scars, emotionally, mentally and physically, leading to more drama. And break-ups can occur immediately before, during or right after Valentine's Day.

In the end, Valentine's Day is just a day. It can be a happy one, but if you are not happy about it, keep things in perspective.
If you aren't in a relationship, don't despair. Remember that most relationships fail. (It's always good to comfort yourself with other people's miseries.)
Seriously, though, it is much better to be single than in a bad relationship, and you shouldn't base your worth on a relationship. If your kids are in relationship, realize that you can't control them. If you raised them well in general, they will know what to do. If you are in a relationship, don't put too much pressure on yourself for Valentine's Day. The measure of your relationship should be what you do the other 364 days of the year. One day shouldn't determine a relationship.

ValenTINE

                                       How Do We Celebrate Valentine

Greater love has no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13
 Today we celebrate love. God has given and placed the greatest love in our heart through our Lord Jesus Christ.
             For God so Loved the world, that He gave his only begotten son, that whoever believes in                                                him should not perish but have everlasting life (John 3:16)

  So why not show the same love today. Love not Sex, Not Romance nor Expensive things but

• give people the reason to smile, 
• give to the poor and needy
• encourage the weak
• pray for the sick
• show love to the Orphans
• give unconditionally 
• spend time with your family
• spend time in God presence 

          Let the love of Christ be seen in everything you do. Show love all the way, give happiness today, show love to the world.

                 HAPPY VALENTINE

                                                                                                         © Ademola Adeleye 2017.

Things you should consider if you would love to stay healthy when older

Many of the health problems of middle and old ages, including high blood pressure, stroke, and heart diseases result from the way they lived their life when younger – what they ate, drank, and smoked when younger. Your chances of living and staying healthy longer are greater if you consider these:

1. Eating well:
      Eat good food; enough nutritious foods; complement meals with fruits so as to supply necessary nutrients.

2. Do not drink a lot of alcoholic drinks:
   If at all you must take alcohol, avoid huge intake; aside from developing a drinking problem such as low-self esteem, depression, anxiety or mood problem, there are several health problems associated with drinking such as Anaemia, Cirrhosis, Cancer, Cardiovascular disease, Dementia, Gout, Seizures, Alcoholic neuropathy/Nerve damage.

3. Do not smoke:
     Everyone is aware of the potential catastrophic effect of smoking. It is better not to start at all, but the sooner a smoker quits, the better. Because the damage caused by smoking is cumulative, the longer a person smokes, the greater the risk of developing a smoking-related disease, such as lung cancer or heart disease. Quitting not only saves money, but also has added health benefits.

4. Be physically and mentally active:
     Exercise your body regularly and stay mentally active. Exercising doesn’t necessarily mean running/jogging/cycling round your immediate surroundings; taking a walk to a store/shop or even your working place depending on the distance. Exercise also aids better sleep.

5. Try to get enough rest and sleep.

6. Learn how to relax and deal positively with things that worry or upset you.

7. Learn to always put on a smile.

8. Drink more water: 2-3 litres of water per day isn’t too much for the body system.

9. Regular self-examination: Learn to always check your blood pressure, sugar level, weight and so on regularly as this could reveal your health status.

10. Relax: Relaxation reduces blood pressure and helps reduce stress-related conditions such as depression. A relaxation technique such as yoga or meditation can help reduce stress levels.

© Afolabi Adebayo

Afolabi Adebayo otherwise known as Afolabibayor is an health enthusiast, a blogger and a student of the great Obafemi Awolowo University, OAU.

The Ten Study Habits of Successful Students

Are you in pursuit of academic excellence? Well, here are ten study habits of successful students according to howtostudy.com ;

Successful students:

1.Try not to do too much studying at one time.

        If you try to do too much studying at one time, you will get tired and your studying will not be very effective. Space the work you have to do over shorter periods of time. Taking short breaks will restore your mental energy.

  

2. Plan specific times for studying.
       Study time is any time you are doing something related to schoolwork. It can be completing        assigned reading, working on a paper or project, or studying for a test. Schedule specific times    throughout the week for your study time.

3. Try to study at the same times each day.
       Studying at the same times each day establishes a routine that becomes a regular part of your life, just like sleeping and eating. When a scheduled study time comes up during the day, you will be mentally prepared to begin studying.

4. Set specific goals for their study times.
        Goals will help you stay focused and monitor your progress. Simply sitting down to study has little value. You must be very clear about what you want to accomplish during your study times.

 

5. Start studying when planned.
         You may delay starting your studying because you don't like an assignment or think it is too hard. A delay in studying is called "procrastination." If you procrastinate for any reason, you will find it difficult to get everything done when you need to. You may rush to make up the time you wasted getting started, resulting in careless work and errors.

6. Work on the assignment they find most difficult first.
         Your most difficult assignment will require the most effort. Start with your most difficult assignment since this is when you have the most mental energy.

7. Review their notes before beginning an assignment.
          Reviewing your notes can help you make sure you are doing an assignment correctly. Also, your notes may include information that will help you complete an assignment.

8. Tell their friends not to call them during their study times.
          Two study problems can occur if your friends call you during your study times. First, your work is interrupted. It is not that easy to get back to what you were doing. Second, your friends may talk about things that will distract you from what you need to do. Here's a simple idea - turn off your cell phone during your study times.

9. Call another student when they have difficulty with an assignment.
           This is a case where "two heads may be better than one."

10. Review their schoolwork over the weekend.
            Yes, weekends should be fun time. But there is also time to do some review. This will help you be ready to go on Monday morning when another academic week begins.