OHIO Student Senate president message and tips for online classes

As Ohio University students prepare to begin remote and online classes this week, Student Senate President Lydia Ramlo, a fifth year senior studying civil engineering and environmental studies, took a moment to record a message of support, encouraging all Bobcats to stay connected with each other and with their University during a spring semester none of us could have expected.

"This is creating a stronger foundation for all of us to be better friends, to be better peers, to be better Bobcats."

P.S. Student Senate will be meeting virtually through Zoom in the upcoming weeks on Wednesdays at 7:15 p.m. Stay tuned for the Student Senate newsletter coming to you this week! Don't forget to check your junk folder if you don't see it.

Tips for Online Learning

For those who are making the transition from face-to-face classes to the online learning environment, the Office of Instructional Innovation at Ohio University offers seven simple tips for success:

1. Create a study schedule.

Write out a weekly schedule with dates and times for each class, setting aside time each day to focus on classes. Think in one- to two-hour blocks, no lengthy marathon sessions.

2. Define a study space and stay organized.

Set up a distraction-free environment. Make sure you have the materials and technology you need and have headphones for listening to lectures or discussions.

3. Pay attention to how you learn best.

Think about what types of information help you best grasp new concepts and employ relevant study strategies. If you’re a visual learner, for example, print out transcripts of the video lectures to review. Learn best by listening? Play and replay all audio- and video-based course content.

4. Be committed and engaged.

Stick to your study plan. Take notes during online lectures: hand-written notes help retention. Participate in the course’s online forum.

5. Connect with other focused students.

Consider forming an online study group or setting up a regular time to speak over the phone or text with a peer from class. Set up regular review sessions online or over the phone. You can share and collaborate on documents with OneDrive.

6. Ask for help.

Be proactive in asking for help. Don’t wait until an assignment is almost due to ask questions or report issues. Your professors will let you know how best to contact them.

7. Stay healthy.

Eat well, get plenty of sleep, and take regular study breaks. Spend time with friends and family, too. It’s good for your overall happiness and well-being. Counseling and Psychological Services provides mental health and adjustment services to students. The Cats' Cupboard food pantry on the fifth floor of Baker University Center will be open to students during modified hours for Baker University Center: Mondays through Saturdays from 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Stay Informed

Continue to carefully monitor your Ohio University email, your college/campus/department websites for new information, and the University’s coronavirus website. If you have additional questions that are not answered on the University’s coronavirus website or its FAQ section, please email them to coronavirus@ohio.edu or direct message them to Ohio University’s Facebook account or Twitter account.

Continue to take care of yourselves, take care of each other, and get ready to make OHIO history once more.