The weeks surrounding final exams can be a tough time for students. Several student groups and others across campus are here to help.
The weeks surrounding final exams can be a tough time for students. Several student groups and others across campus are here to help.
Check out one of these stress-free events to relax and de-stress during finals. As you head into the final days of the semester, follow these tips to stay healthy and manage your stress.
De-Stress Fest
When: Tuesday, Dec. 3, all day
Where: Campus Recreation Center
Campus Recreation’s De-Stress Fest is packed with activities to help you relax heading into finals. The free, all-day event consists of group fitness classes, doughnuts, rock climbing, and more.
Plus, group fitness classes are free at the CRC through Dec. 12. View a full class schedule.
Pet Therapy
When: Tuesday, Dec. 3, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Where: Lobby, Van Leer Building
The Wellness Empowerment Center has partnered with Happy Tails to bring pet therapy to the Georgia Tech community.
Jazz Combos Fall Concert
When: Tuesday, Dec. 3, 8 – 9:30 p.m.
Where: Room 175, West Village
Enjoy an evening of lively jazz with Georgia Tech’s Jazz Combos, featuring student musicians performing classics and new arrangements.
WECE Reading Day
When: Wednesday, Dec. 4, all day
Where: Room C-340, Van Leer
If you’re looking for a relaxing study environment, join Women in ECE for a study session.
NOBCChE Social
When: Wednesday, Dec. 4, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where: Room L1116, Ford Environmental Science and Technology Building
The National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers will host its final social of the semester with games and snacks to fuel your mind and body before exam week.
CAREing Paws at the Library
When: Wednesday, Dec. 4, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Grove Level, Price Gilbert Memorial Library.
Take a study break and relax with therapy dogs from CAREing Paws at the Price Gilbert Memorial Library.
First-Gen Study Hall
When: Wednesday, Dec. 4, noon – 6 p.m.
Where: Rooms 111 and 115, Instructional Center
First-gen students will be able to focus on studying for finals and take breaks to mingle with the Latin American Student Organization.
StressBuzzters
When: Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2 – 4 p.m.
Where: First floor, Price Gilbert Memorial Library
The Georgia Tech Library invites you to join them for snacks and counseling in preparation for finals.
EWB Study Session
When: Wednesday, Dec. 4, 3 – 6 p.m.
Where: Kirkwood Room, Exhibition Hall
Engineers Without Borders will hold a final study session in the Kirkwood Room at Exhibition Hall.
Tea Time Study Break
When: Wednesday, Dec. 4, 4 – 6 p.m.
Where: Room 1443, Klaus Advanced Computing Building
The Wellness Empowerment Center hosts a Tea Time Study Break. Enjoy free pizza and hot drinks for students and make your own calming jar.
More information.
SASE Karaoke and De-Stress
When: Wednesday, Dec. 4, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Where: Room 1447, Klaus Advanced Computing Building
Sing away your stress at the Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers’ karaoke night filled with holiday-themed songs and snacks.
Women’s Basketball
Head to McCamish Pavilion to unwind for a pair of Yellow Jacket women’s basketball games.
Mississippi State: Wednesday, Dec. 4, 7:15 p.m.
Louisiana Monroe: Wednesday, Dec. 11, 1 p.m.
IBB Snacks
Tuesday, Dec. 10, 1 – 2 p.m.
Nerem Atrium, Petit Institute for Bioengineering and Bioscience
Visit the IBB Nerem Atrium to enjoy coffee and refreshments to recharge during finals.