How to Help Your Student During Final Exams
Final exams at Wake Forest University will take place from December 10th, 2012 to December 15th, 2012. In late November, students will begin preparation for final exams. During this time of preparation and the final exam period, students may find themselves extremely busy and in some cases overwhelmed or stressed. Although, as a parent, you may not physically be there to help, it is important that your college student has your support and encouragement.
Here are some ways that you can help:
- Send words of encouragement. Send a letter, email, card or e-card that lets your student know that you are proud of all of his or her hard work. Focus on your student’s effort rather than on the grade.
- Encourage your student to take advantage of all of the resources on campus. If your student is feeling stressed or overwhelmed, he or she can visit places like the Learning Assistance Center, the Office of Academic Advising, and the University Counseling Center.
- Check with your student’s exam schedule, before you make arrangements for travel home. It is often very difficult for students to make special arrangements to take an exam at an alternate time, and professors are not required to accommodate personal travel requests. Having to make special arrangements may cause additional stress for your student.
- Send your student a care package. A small, simple package with your student’s favorite snacks or study supplies is another way to show you are thinking of him or her and to show your support.