UNC Writing & Learning Center

Hi everyone! My name is Julianne Reynolds and I am a Peer Tutor here at the Learning Center. I'm a rising senior from Chapel Hill majoring in Biology with minors in Chemistry and Medical Anthropology. I primarily tutor chemistry courses and I love my job because I get to see students grow in confidence and develop skills that they can use beyond our sessions! Outside of tutoring, I enjoy going on runs, listening to live music, and trying new restaurants around Chapel Hill. I look forward to seeing you at the Learning Center!⁠
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Make an appointment with Julianne or any of our other fantastic Peer Tutors at learningcenter.unc.edu!

“As a college student, you spend so much time worrying about assignments that it is vital to have spaces where you can express yourself and develop creative energy. For me, that happened in the a ca****la world, but it can take place in any kind of space and commitment level that you need!”⁠
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Check out our latest blog post to read more about this peer tutor’s experience embracing his creative passions, and how that helped him create a meaningful college experience!⁠
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To read more, head to writingandlearningcenter.unc.edu/blog

Summer is in full swing here at the Writing and Learning Center! Academic coaching, peer tutoring, and writing coaching services are up and running to help you do your best this summer session! We'll be closed this Monday for the long weekend, but we look forward to welcoming you back for appointments when we return on Tuesday, 5/26!

Hi! I’m Lily, a senior majoring in Economics and Political Science. I tutor a variety of economics, math, and German courses here at the Learning Center. My favorite subject to tutor is economics, and I love connecting with other students while helping them build confidence and succeed in their classes! Outside of tutoring, I enjoy practicing yoga, reading, and playing field hockey.⁠
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Make an appointment with Lily or any of our other fantastic Peer Tutors at learningcenter.unc.edu!

Taking breaks during studying is a common strategy to reduce mental fatigue, but not all breaks are created equal! It may temporarily feel good to scroll on your phone for a few minutes in-between assignments, but this is actually far less effective than taking a walk, meditating, or socializing because it still requires decision making that overloads the prefrontal cortex. 🧠⁠
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Effective breaks give you distance from work-related thoughts and leave you feeling more refreshed. Even breaks as short as a minute, if they are effective breaks, can improve your performance and productivity when you return to what you were working on! 💪⁠
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To learn more about taking effective breaks, check out our "Taking Breaks" handout (https://learningcenter.unc.edu/tips-and-tools/taking-breaks/) or make an academic coaching appointment at learningcenter.unc.edu! 📚

Happy first day of summer classes, Heels! Looking to set yourself up for success this summer? Surf your way over to the Writing and Learning Center for academic coaching, peer tutoring, and writing coaching! 🌊🏄‍♀️⁠
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Head over to learningcenter.unc.edu and writingcenter.unc.edu to make appointments for any of our services (in-person and Zoom options available)! ☀️🩵

Congrats, Heels! Whether you're celebrating graduation 🎓🎉 or the end of finals 💯📚, we are so excited for you! Sharky is taking this time to ground themself after a busy and exciting semester and hopes you all enjoy your well-deserved break. 🩵🐏☀️

We continue to hold Finals Bootcamp this week! Set study goals, work among other students, and end the semester strong! 🧠💪 Come and leave when you like. Snacks and raffle prizes are available! 🥨🎟⁠
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Find us on Heel Life to register!

Happy LDOC from the Writing and Learning Center! 🎉 Sharky hopes you take some time to celebrate and enjoy the sun! The Writing and Learning Center is open through finals to help you keep doing your best! You've got this, Tar Heels! 🩵🐏☀️🌊

Come study with us during finals! 📝🧠 Join us at any or all of the sessions in this shared study space to set study goals, work among other students, and end the semester strong! Come and leave when you like. Snacks and raffle prizes available! 🥨🎟 Register on Heel Life! ✨⁠
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