by DTEI Editor | Oct 21, 2022 | Resources for Incoming Students
New students are often surprised by the format and difficulty of exams at UCI. This is because learning at a college level means being able to apply knowledge. Experts in their fields are showing you how to think like an expert! This goes a step above memorizing or...
by DTEI Editor | Oct 7, 2022 | Resources for Incoming Students
Did you know that there’s real science behind how we understand and remember? As a student, tapping into this science can help you study more effectively. To make the information stick, there are steps that you can take before, during, and after class. Here are some...
by DTEI Editor | Sep 23, 2022 | Resources for Incoming Students
While you probably have experience taking notes, it’s always worth considering new strategies to be more effective. First, consider some of these scientific facts about note-taking: Summarizing information in your notes boosts understanding more than taking notes...
by DTEI Editor | Sep 16, 2022 | Resources for Incoming Students
With instruction for the 2024-25 academic year starting next week, incoming students might be feeling nervous about adapting to UCI’s academic environment. Because UCI prides itself on its culture of academic excellence, there are plenty of resources to help students...
by DTEI Editor | Sep 9, 2022 | Resources for Incoming Students
When we were in high school, much of our learning and day-to-day life was planned out for us, with things like deadlines, reminders, hall passes, and clearly-defined roles showing us the way. These structures go all the way back to our earliest schooling. Some...
by DTEI Editor | Sep 2, 2022 | Resources for Incoming Students
UCI Welcome Week is right around the corner! As the name suggests, UCI Welcome Week is an annual event designed to welcome new and returning students to campus. Welcome Week is filled with fun social events and activities that allow students to meet and make friends...
