Brews and Brains: The brains behind the brew
Cooper Kelley, Staff Writer
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Halloween can be scary. Feeling unprepared for a test can be scary too. What would a professor say to a student who said they were stressed about an upcoming exam? Here are a few answers from North Greenville University professors.
Chemistry professor, Amy Burke, said, “Anxiety goes down if preparation goes up. Focus your anxiety. Stress with no focus is pointless.”
English professor, Haley Gambrell, said “Your grade does not define you. Good or bad. In the long run, it won’t matter.”
Criminal justice professor, Staci Rollins, said “You don’t have to start at the beginning. You can start wherever you feel the most confident. Find a question you know.”
History professor, Kayla Black, said, “It’s confident you know something on the test. Always put an answer.”
Biology professor, Robert Knepp, said “Prepare early. Pray often.”
Christian studies professor, Bill Murray, said “Study. Start with what you were assigned and read what you’re supposed to.” Murray also said “1 Corinthians. Whatever you do, give all the glory to the Lord.”
History professor, Beth Moore, said, “I will hand them a Needoh. I usually will also say we’re going to problem solve the test and then go take a walk.”
Associate director for student success, Traci Weldie, said, “I would give them study tips and talk to them about different strategies. I would also talk to them about mindfulness and anxiety reducing strategies.”
