College can be a new,
stressful, and difficult time. Students may face concerns with their academic
work, worry about fitting in, or fall victim to procrastination and test
anxiety. Click on the different sections below for more information.
Academic Concerns
The transition into
college can be a difficult and demanding period. Students may find the workload
overwhelming and have trouble keeping up with their classes, but there are ways
to manage the workload and stress.
ACT has a collection of
exercises that can help with academic concerns and confidence:
- Building self-confidence
- Dealing with
setbacks
- Overcoming
pessimism
- Reducing test
anxiety
If you are struggling with
a course, talk with your professor during office hours for extra help and
guidance. Your professor is there to help; that’s what the office hours are
for! For further assistance, IUP Academic Support offers Walk-In Peer
Tutoring.
Remember, the information in the following sections are only meant to serve as helpful suggestions. If you would rather talk with a counselor about your concerns, please schedule an appointment with the counseling center.