1) Use a calendar to plan time for both work and relaxation
Staying organized with work and academics starts with a calendar. The LSC is here to help you make a plan that lets you get your work done AND take a well-deserved break! Download our Summer 2025 calendar to get started.
2) Understand expectations for your summer classes
Use the LSC’s Syllabus Checklist to be sure you know what’s expected in your summer classes, including how to get in touch with your instructor and where to get help when you have questions. Map out all of the important due dates on your summer calendar (#1, above). Just like during the regular semester, map out all of the important due dates, so that you can identify your crunch times in advance and plan for them.
3) Take care of yourself, and have fun
Spending time doing things that are important to you and bring you joy can improve focus for better work and studying, so be sure to plan in activities like exercise, hanging out with friends and family, summer concerts, eating ice cream, enjoying nature, watching TV, gaming, and just relaxing, along with your work.
Want some great ideas about taking care of yourself, and how to have effective study breaks? Check out Cornell Health’s resources: https://health.cornell.edu/about/news/study-breaks-stress-busters and https://mentalhealth.cornell.edu/self-care/self-care-practices