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Show LIFE B5 When school isn't out for summer How to: survive summer classes By CAITLIN HASLER Life Writer Summer classes provide students with a chance to make some headway in school. Fewer students, more parking, and accelerated classes are just a few perks. For those that opt to stick around, here are a few pointers. ■ 1 I 1 2 3 4 5 Be realistic. If you rock the night-owl life, a 7:45 a.m. class isn't for you. If around 2:00 p.m. your body goes into siesta mode, you should take a nap, not a class. Walk/ride your bike to school. Not only will you be on your way to that summer beach body, you'll avoid the projected $5/gallon gas prices. 1 Classes progress quickly so keep a schedule. It should go without saying, but you will need to frequently check said schedule. If marriage or a vacation is in your summer forecast, let your teacher know. They can work with you so as not to derail your merriment with a failing grade. Just bear in mind that this is their summer as well; so don't harangue your teacher everyday. Keep it within reason. I Don't forget to have some fun! School might not be your quintessential summer activity but you should try and make the best of it. Most teachers will cut out unnecessary busy work and remember it's only 7 weeks. You can endure anything for 7 weeks, right? Summer classes are a great way to catch up, get ahead or start in an academic career. So, if school is the card you've drawn this summer, play your hand well and you'll survive while still having a bit of fun. Word on the street Why are you taking summer classes? By MELISSA HENRIE Life Writer Brianne Browne Hometown: Lindon, Utah Year: Sophomore Major: Marketing I'm finishing up my associates here at UVU then transferring to BYU because they have my major, Communication/Marketing with Advertising Emphasis. I am taking summer classes because I need to finish my pre-requisites before September so I can apply for the communication program at BYU. I want to get ahead, but it's also really fun to take classes during the summer. Ben Larson Hometown: Price, Utah Year: Junior Major: Bio-Engineering My wife works here at UVU so I get a discount on tuition, which is great! I currently go to the University of Utah but they don't offer any of the classes I need during the summer right now. Charlie Dauwalder Hometown: Chicago, Illinois Year: Freshman Major: Construction Management My wife and kids have all been going to school at UVU. I was starting to get a little bored now that I'm retired so I decided to get my mind on learning and trying something new. I'm taking a math class with my son who is still in high school but taking some summer classes through UVU. School has given me and my family the opportunity to do things together. Erika Kimber Hometown: Provo, Utah Year: Senior Major: Behavioral Science: Emphasis Psychology The new Social Work Bachelor Program starts in 2012 so I am trying to cram in all the classes I need to graduate before the new program begins. I also love the professors in the summer and there is more parking and that alone is fantastic. Cassidy Silversmith Hometown: Springville, Utah Year: Senior Major: Community Health I don't want to go to school longer than I have to and drag out my education, basically, I just want to hurry and graduate. One of the great things about going in the summer is it's not so claustrophobic on campus. Even though the classes are more rushed because the courses are shorter, everything still feels more relaxed. Jake Olson Hometown: Payson, Utah Year: Sophomore Major: Computer Science I couldn't get in to some of the classes I needed in the spring or fall and there are more classes open in the summer. I might as well take classes now while I have time and making it so I can graduate faster. Plus, it feels more relaxed in the summer. |