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End of Semester Resources

Let's Finish Strong 

Terps, it's the end of the semester! Now is the time to stay focused and take care of yourself and your fellow Terps. We've pulled together resources to help you prepare for exams, and close up other business on campus.

Get Ready for Finals: 

Some campus buildings will extend their operating hours to allow for additional study space: 

McKeldin Library and other libraries will have extended hours. Review the UMD Libraries' operation hours. 

The Edward St. John Learning and Teaching Center:

  • Monday, December 2 - Sunday, December 8: 7 a.m.-12 a.m.  
  • Monday, December 9 - Tuesday, December 17: Open 24 hours

University Libraries

Quiet study spaces across campus

Study spaces at The Stamp

Academic Success Guide from Resident Life

Tutoring & Academic Success Services from the Teaching & Learning Transformation Center

Countdown to Finals Guide from The Teaching and Learning Transformation Center.

Center for Writing and Oral Communication from the Graduate School

Double check your exam schedule: Prepare ahead by ensuring you have all of your exam dates and times correctly noted.

Develop a study schedule: Creating a study schedule helps you prioritize tasks and manage your time effectively. Allocate specific time slots for each subject, and include breaks to help you stay focused and avoid burnout.

Stay organized: Keep track of important dates, exam schedules, and deadlines using a planner or digital calendar. This will help you stay on top of your tasks and avoid last-minute cramming.

Use campus resources: See what's offered through your college or department, such as tutoring, workshops, and study groups. Reach out to your professors or teaching assistants if you need clarification or guidance.

Stay connected: Reach out to your classmates, friends, and family for support. Sharing your concerns and discussing your challenges can help alleviate stress and keep you motivated.

How to Report Academic Dishonesty and Self-Referrals:
Students who self-refer for violating academic integrity do not receive the standard sanction of an "XF". Rather students who refer themselves, and their referral meets certain criteria as listed below from parts 9-12 of the Code, will receive a lesser penalty. Learn more.

Review your syllabi and assignment instructions:
If an instructor or syllabus does not explicitly say you can work in groups, use AI, what resources you can use during an exam, etc. ask before completing the assignment to avoid a referral to the Office of Student Conduct. 

Take Care:

Don't forget to take a break and stay nourished during these last days of the semester! 

Wellness Series drop-in virtual skills sessions will continue through December 5th. The Counseling Center offers a wide range of topics from academic success to coping skills and more.

Urgent visits are always available during business hours:

  • Monday-Thursday 8:30 am-7 pm, Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm through Dec. 17 (the end of finals)
    Winter hours (Monday-Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm) begin on Dec. 1

Group Fitness Classes: 
Don't forget to incorporate movement and self-care into your routine during finals season! Consider trying out a new group fitness class to sweat the stress away. Group fitness classes will be running on their regular schedule until Friday, December 13.

Facility hours: exams and interim period:
Be sure to keep track of your favorite recreation facility schedules and hours on their website.

Student Membership Information:

  • Students registered for the spring semester have a membership beginning January 2.  
  • Students completing their degree in December may purchase a non-registered student membership during the spring 2025 semester. 

University Health Center

Health Promotion and Wellness Services

The CARE to Stop Violence Office (CARE)

The CARE to Stop Violence crisis line will be nonoperational beginning Tuesday, December 24 and the CARE office will be closed beginning Wednesday, December 25.

On Thursday, January 2 the office will reopen. The crisis line will be operational during business hours. After hours, callers will be provided with community resources via our crisis line voicemail. On Monday, January 27, the crisis line will resume 24/7 coverage.

  • If you're having a mental health emergency please call 988.
  • If you would like a SAFE (Sexual Assault Forensic Exam), please contact Shady Grove Adventist Healthcare Center at 240-826-6225.
  • If you would like to process a recent incident please contact RAINN at 800-656-4673.

Dining Halls will extend operating hours, opening at 6:30 am during finals week - including Saturday, December 14. 

Footnotes cafe in McKeldin Library will be open 24 hours a day (when McKeldin is open). 

Jim Henson and Kermit the Frog in conversation statue

Stamp Student Union

STAMP Study Zone 

Finals have you feeling anxious? Need to de-stress? We have meditation, movies, coloring and more to help you keep your cool as you prepare for your exams. See the full schedule of events at stamp.umd.edu/SSZ. 

STAMP Study Rooms

Your study environment is everything! Visit stamp.umd.edu/StudyRooms to find quiet spots to study in STAMP and at the Memorial Chapel, either alone or with a group. 

Resident Life 

Winter Break information + checklist
Winter Break is right around the corner! Make sure you check out the Winter Break checklist, information on Break Housing options and Service Desk hours and operations.

Volunteer or donate to the Terp to Terp Donation Drive
Find a collection bin in the lobby where your residence hall service desk is and donate any items you may no longer need. Help support fellow Terps now through December 17, while taking action to reduce waste on our campus. 

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