Whether you are nervous about upcoming midterm exams, have a stressful situation at home or another issue entirely, anxiety is a normal emotion that everyone experiences. What is anxiety? In simple terms, anxiety is a mental and physical state of negative expectation. It may be fueled by some form… read more
managing stress
End of Semester Countdown: Top 5 Survival Tips
Are you stressed thinking of what you have to get done before the semester ends? As students know best, finals can be mentally and physically hard on the body. Provided below is a 5-tip countdown to help you reduce stress and dominate these last weeks! Tip # 5: Fuel Up… read more
5 Tips for Balancing Priorities
Midterms can be a stressful time for anyone, but this can be especially true for Foundation Year students at The University of Texas at Austin. In addition to taking ESL and college preparatory classes, these pre-matriculated students are also applying for several universities during the fall semester. Balancing priorities inside… read more
Healthyhorns Fest!
Join University Health Services and other campus health-related organizations at Healthyhorns Fest 2015! Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2015 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM @ Gregory Plaza Experience biofeedback and guided meditation Smile for the world to see at the UHS Photo Booth (props, slogans, and more!) Get a free chair… read more
International Voices: Dead Days and Impromptu Vacations on Campus
This post is a part of our weekly International Voices column, writing by UT students, for UT students. Enjoy! The dead days are upon us (you can’t expect me to call two puny little days a dead week) – and I believe they’re aptly named. After all, campus turns into… read more
Get Smart With: Time Management
Do you feel like there isn’t enough time for all the things on your plate? Here are some tips to help you portion out your time effectively. Start Small but Start Now! Even taking a few small steps early on can help you avoid rushing to finish assignments. Remember, “Well… read more
International Voices: All Work and No Play…
This post is a part of our weekly International Voices column, writing by UT students, for UT students. Enjoy! It is Sunday, just past morning, and I’m treating myself to breakfast tacos at the Red River Café and contemplating why it is that we always need a reason to treat… read more
Tips To Tackle Homesickness
It’s okay to express yourself, so give writing a shot! If you’re currently feeling homesick, remember that you’re not alone. Feelings of homesickness are a completely normal part of adjusting to a new environment. In a recent ISSS blog post, international student Nabiol Afrooz shared his feelings about his homesickness.… read more
Mental Health Tip: Short Breaks Equal Major Benefits
Don’t be afraid to take a quick breather from your studies! Why? Surprisingly, breaks can be beneficial for your grades. If you’re a daydreamer, you’re in luck! A study done by UT’s Psychology Department showed that daydreaming helped with recalling memories and information. Tip: Try daydreaming about topics you are… read more
International Voices: First impressions
As the fall semester begins, our International Voices columnists will be sharing their experiences as new UT students. Welcome to Austin, new (and returning) students! We hope your school year is off to a great start. I was introduced to Austin one late August night like this: The airport doors slid open… read more