“ a presentation about balance ”

“A Presentation About Balance”Presented by:

Matt ColphonJustin Williams

Del Savio PereiraAndrew Falcao

Aundres Augustin Fuentes-Maurtinez

Tell us about yourself

• How many people have grown up in and around the Kitchener-Waterloo region?

• How many people live more than 300 kilometers away?

• How many are from small towns, big towns?

• How many have older siblings that have gone to university?

• How many of you have never been away from home before for more than a month?

Program Outline

• Different studying styles• A virtual tour of some interesting and

fun things to do on and off campus• An introduction to the Federation of

Students Executives• Federation Squares!!!

Four Types of Procrastinators

• The Perfectionist

• The Postponer

• The Politician

• The Punisher

Top Five Study Tips

1. Attend all classes2. Do the required readings BEFORE class3. Review your notes after each lecture to

make sure you understand what you have written

4. Alternate between subjects when studying

5. Study in 30 - 50 minute intervals

How much time should I spend…

Weekly by Hours of Things to do According to Faculty

In class

Studying

Sleeping

(ideally)

Eating

Recreational

Activities

Total

Arts/ES/AHS 15 – 20

20 49 – 56 10 – 15 25 – 30 124 – 141

Science/Math

25 25 49 – 56 10 – 15 20 – 25 129 – 146

Engineering 30 30 49 – 56 10 – 15 15 – 20 134 – 151

Architecture

40 40 49 – 56 10 – 15 10 – 15 149 – 166

Note:

There are 168 hours in a week. Therefore, it is possible to work hard, sleep lots, and still have time for fun and relaxation.

Study Skills Package

http://www.adm.uwaterloo.ca/infocs/study/index.html

• Learning and Remembering

• Time Management

• Listening and Note-Taking

• Reading

• Concentration and Distraction

• Preparing for Exams

• Cramming• Writing Exams• Sleep

Find Waldo and Looin the hot spots of Waterloo!

Earth Science Museum

Physical Activities

Complex (PAC)

Peter Russell Rock Garden

Laurel Creek

Cafes and Courtyards

Waterloo Park

Petting Zoo at Waterloo Park

Waterloo Railway

Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery

Centre for International

Governance and Innovation

Welcome to

Rules of the Game

• Teams assigned X and O• Team picks question• Answer given is either true or

ridiculous• With a correct answer, that

team gets to place their symbol

Ready????

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The ArtsAre there opportunities to get

involved with the arts at UW,

even if you aren’t in an Arts program?

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Jobs

How can I get a part-time job

on campus?

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SportsDo you have to be a varsity player to play sports at UW?

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Meeting People

If I’m in Science, what’s the best way to meetother people in Science?

Seams Like Magic photo

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VolunteeringI think I might have some free time this term, and I would really like to volunteer somewhere on campus and gain some practical experience to add to my resume. Is this possible?

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Student CouncilMy high school had a Student Council. Does UW have a Student Council?

Photo: Office of the PM

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ClubsWhat do I have to do to join a

FedS club?

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Diversity:My spirituality is a very important part of my life. Are there any resources to help me connect with my faith while here at UW?

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Student Involvement

Does UW allow students to have a say in major decisions, like tuition or curricula?

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