General Academic Resources

Carista (Ritchie) Torres, 2022 graduate of Judson University, shares her personal experiences as a Judson student. 

 Carista Rose Blog: 9 Tips to be a Successful College Freshman

Here you'll find some ideas for what to bring for a successful academic year.

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Not quite sure what R means on your academic schedule? What about a location listed as CSM? Find out more here!

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Check out the changes that you can expect as you transition from high school to college. 

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Student Referrals

At Judson, we care about you and seek to ensure that you have what you need for a great experience with us.

With this in mind, staff and faculty have the opportunity to provide a student referral to share concerns about you. Concerns include things such as: extensive absences, lack of regular participation in class, change in behavior and/or demeanor, family emergencies, etc.

Student referrals are provided typically after a staff or faculty member has connected with you regarding their concern or if they have tried to make a connection with you but have been unable to do so. You may be contacted by a Student Success, Student Life, your coach or an academic advisor regarding the referral that has been submitted. 

The connection with you is to a) ensure you are doing okay and b) provide resources which benefit you according to your circumstances. A referral connection is our way of walking with you and alongside of you to provide guidance as you navigate the college experience.

Thank you in advance for the opportunity for us to serve you in this way. 

Planning, Procrastination, and Motivation

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Pomodoro helps you to remain focused during smaller portions of time and then providing a 5 minute brain break! Great to stave off procrastination and increase motivation. 

Med School Insiders provides a quick video on tips and a great explanation of the Pomodoro Technique!

Learn to eat the frog first! Once you read this, the SMART goals worksheet may be a good option to follow up as you set your goals.

College Note Taking and Reading

SQ3R Reading Technique
There's a lot of reading in college. Discover an effective way to read college textbooks by watching this short video.

Test/Exam Preparation

Pre Test Questionnaire.docx

Before taking a test or exam, fill out the pre test questionnaire as an assessment to the effectiveness of your learning habits. Keep this available to refer back to.

Test Autopsy Questionnaire.docx

After you receive the results of your test or exam, fill out the the test autopsy and refer back to your pre test questionnaire to see what improvements you may want to consider to best prepare for your next test or exam.

The Most Powerful Way to Remember What You Study

Thomas Frank, college guru, in this video shares a powerful learning strategy. Though it may seem clumsy at first, it will be an efficient way to remember what you are learning.