Exam Jam Fall 2024
Stress management resources, events, brain breaks, study tips, and more! You've got this, Lakers! Let's exam JAM!
Resources to Help You Stress Less During Exams
We know you might need extra academic support around exam time, and GVSU is ready to help through a variety of online services.
- Need help finding sources, writing a paper, or getting ready for a virtual presentation? Knowledge Market consultants and liaison librarians are available for virtual consultations.
- Questions? We’re here for you! You can chat live with library staff, text us at (616) 818-0219, or email us at [email protected].
- Want to get started on your own? Check out the Resource Market or a Subject Guide designed for specific areas of study.
- Discover online learning tips and resources to enhance your academic skills from the Student Academic Success Center.
- The University Counseling Center highlights how substance use and studying don't mix and provides alternative tools for studying
- Meet with an advisor and make sure you are on the right track towards graduation!
Have an exam coming up that requires extra preparation and studying? Don’t worry! The Student Academic Success Center, Tutoring Center and Knowledge Market have just the resources for you to ace those exams.
Ace your exams with help from the University Libraries! Visit the Mary Idema Pew Library in Allendale or the Steelcase Library on the Pew Campus during exam week for special activities!
Did you know the library has more than just books? Check out their tools and tips to help you study this semester!
Finish out the semester strong with the Student Academic Success Center. Follow the road to success with their academic workshops, success coaching, and more!
GVSU students have many resources available regarding expectations around integrity of class work and compliance with the course syllabus. We encourage Lakers to become familiar with academic expectations to avoid reduction of grades or course failure. As always, please refer to your course syllabus, and if you have any question about what is/is not acceptable, talk to your professors and consult the Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution’s (OSCCR) website.
Final exams are among us, which means burning the midnight oil studying. We want to remind you to take care of yourself during this stressful time. Burn off some steam and join Recreation & Wellness for fitness, Esports, and climbing or check in on your mental health with the University Counseling Center!
Take care of yourselves, GVSU Lakers! Many departments have designed a variety of stress-relief activities:
- Get Moving with Recreation and Wellness, featuring all FREE offerings for Exam Jam!
- Miss studying in your favorite library? Download a library coloring sheet. Share your final product by tagging @GVSULib on Instagram or Twitter.
- Take a break to watch an Exam Jam video playlist curated by the Libraries’ User Experience student colleagues! We have curated videos for all occasions:
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*Offer cannot be combined with any offer or promotion.
Enjoy 20% off one regular-priced Alumni apparel or gift item at all 3 locations and online from December 2 - 7, 2024! Plus, take advantage of savings on Mac and iPad through our Apple Alumni program—perfect for your new career! *Discount does not apply to diploma frames or grad caps/gowns. Apple discounts are already reflected on our website. Offer cannot be combined with any other promotions.
Book Sell Back:
Join the Laker Store for our Book Sell Back Event! Bring in your used books to our Allendale location on the lower level from Tuesday, December 10, to Thursday, December 12, between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Can’t make it? Use our online Book Sell Back Tool to sell your used books conveniently! Don't miss out!
GV Libraries: More than just books!
Check out the libraries' tips and tools for studying this semester and beyond!
Dedicated Exam Jam Study Space:
The Multipurpose Room, (Mary Idema Pew Library - LIB 030) is dedicated study space throughout Exam Jam!
Need a Brain Break?
GVSU has a NEW popular reads section in the Mary Idema Pew Library lobby!
Prioritize Wellness During Exam-time
Learning about the 8 Dimensions of Wellness can help you choose how to make wellness a part of your everyday life.
Retail Therapy
Take a break and get a little retail therapy with the GVSU Laker Store including a holiday sale, book buy-back, an Alumni sale, and more!
Exam Jam!
The Mentalist
January 16, 2025 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Come for a night of entertainment by mentalist Noah Sonie! His show mixes magic, mind reading, and hypnosis, and is sure to be a mind-blowing show! Hosted by GVSU Campus Activities Board (CAB) Learn...
Exam Jam Shout Out!
Exam Jam would not be possible without the efforts and resources of several programs on campus. We'd like to especially thank the following:
- Laker Food Co.
- Recreation and Wellness
- College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Grand Valley Police Department
- Facilities Services (especially our amazing custodians!)
- Campus Health & Well-being
- Housing and Residence Life
- Office of Student Life
- IT Service Desk
- Pew Faculty Teaching and Learning Center
- Student Senate
- University Counseling Center
- Knowledge Market partners
- Libraries
Follow GVSU Libraries on Instagram for more Exam Jam-related content: @GVSULib