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Gearing Up for a New Semester

In the whirlwind of gearing up for the start of the new semester, it’s important to make time to reflect on last semester. Access our self-guided module to think about how you can gear up for a new semester.

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Start Spring Strong

Learn more about some strategies to start spring 2026 strong, including reflecting on the fall semester, time management strategies, where to get help, how to work smarter not harder, and more!

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Semester and Weekly Calendars

What calendar resources do Cornell students find helpful?

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How to use Office Hours

For help in your courses, visit office hours with your course instructor or TA (Teaching Assistant). Click for more info!

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Worrying about tests?

Learn some tips from LSC tutors on how to manage test anxiety

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Study Skills Consults, Workshops, and Courses

The Learning Strategies Center has many ways for you to learn more about effective study strategies and hone your academic success skills

Study Partner Matching is Back

Studying with peers is an effective way to learn complex and challenging material and helps you connect with each other. Click to find out more!

Learn about LSC tutoring

LSC offers free drop-in group tutoring for many undergraduate classes at Cornell!
LSC tutors are undergrads who help guide students as they master challenging course material.

LSC YouTube Channel

Check out videos and playlists on study skills tips, the student experience, preparing for exams, the Cornell Notetaking System, managing your time, and more!

LSC Courses

LSC supplemental courses are taught in conjunction with large, introductory-level courses in chemistry, economics, math, and physics. Supplemental courses clarify lecture material and provide tips for effective learning. Expect lots of problem-solving at multiple levels of difficulty, and to learn more about areas you’ll need to focus on. LSC also offers courses that focus on study skills, calculus preparation, and statistics preparation. View LSC Course Schedules.