September 8, 2005 Source: Brandon University: http://www.brandonu.ca/news/article.asp?A_ID=812 BU Learning Skills: learn how to learn, and be a better student! BRANDON, MB - Brandon University Learning Skills announces its fall schedule of workshops: Learning Skills resources provides assistance with topics such as time management, organization, taking lecture notes, reading textbooks effectively, exam preparation, critical thinking, problem solving and enhancing memory. In short, we help you to learn how to learn, and so be a better student. Learning Skills instruction is available one-to-one by calling 727-9769 to set up an appointment that fits your schedule. In addition, workshops on specific topics are offered every semester. All students are welcome to attend any session, and there is no need to confirm your attendance. The following workshops are running in September 2005: 1. Time Management
"How can I do all this and still have a life?!"
Wednesday, September 14 10:30 - 12
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Thursday, September 15 10:10 - 11
Location: Room 103, McKenzie 2. Reading with a Purpose
How to Prepare BEFORE Lectures
Tuesday, September 20, 12:40 - 1:30
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Wednesday, September 21, 1:30 - 2:30
Location: Room 103, McKenzie 3. Taking Better Lecture Notes
Wednesday, September 28, 10:30 - 12
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Friday, September 30, 9:30 - 10:30
Location: Room 103, McKenzie Each workshop topic is repeated for greater availability. Students need attend only one workshop on each topic. These workshops are open to all students at no charge. All workshops are in Room 103 A.E. McKenzie Building, adjacent to the Indigenous Peoples' Centre. Check out the bulletin board outside the Writing and Math Center for details and times of more workshops offered throughout the year. For tips and strategies to help you succeed at Brandon University, visit the website at www.brandonu.ca/studentsvc/. For more information, drop by room 115, A.E. McKenzie Building or email any questions to Sheilagh Grills at grillssh@brandonu.ca. - 30 -
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