Academics
Everything we wish we’d known about West Chester University academics lives here. We cover the day-to-day of actually getting through it, from fighting procrastination and staying focused to making it through finals and finding a study spot that works for you. We also dig into what different majors and courses are really like before you commit, with honest advice from seniors and major-switchers who’ve already walked the path.
Browse our latest study guides and academic advice below.
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From 11:59 PM Panic to Planned Progress: How to Overcome Procrastination and Reclaim Your Time
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Do you ever find yourself putting off an assignment that’s due at midnight? Or prioritizing five other tasks over the…
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Three Tips to Stay Focused When Studying: Freshman Year Guide
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Did you know that trash day pick-up begins at 6:00 a.m. and ends at 5:00 p.m. in West Goshen Township?…
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Top Five Places for Studying Abroad
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Is the monotony of class bringing you down? Are you looking for a change of scenery to diversify your life?…
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Preparing WCU Students for Finals Week
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Wrapping up the Fall 2023 Semester You did it! If you are a Freshman, be proud that you are so…
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Best Study Places in West Chester- On and Off Campus
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If you’re the type of student that can’t seem to focus in your own room or in large spaces, then…
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Tips from a Senior
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College is not always the easiest. Trust me, I know. I am in my fourth year at West Chester University…
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A Letter to Incoming Freshmen
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Dear future West Chester students, As my senior year comes to an end, I first want to congratulate you all…
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Locations to Study on Campus: Dos and Don’ts
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Finding good places to study and get work done on campus can feel daunting. If you are like me, you…
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3 Colleges & 5 Majors in 3 Years: What I Wish I Knew Before I Went To College
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Introduction When I was in high school, I truly thought I had my entire life planned out. I was going…
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5 Study Spots Around West Chester University
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Finding a place to study around campus can be difficult. There are so many buildings to choose from, and most…
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Crunch Time till Graduation
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What are you doing after college? If you are a senior around this time you may dread this question. For…
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Media and Culture: Culture Concentration
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What even is a culture concentration? Media and Culture is split into three concentrations: Strategic Communication, Production, and Culture, which…
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MDC: Production Concentration Courses
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As a Media and Culture major, you have three concentrations to choose from; Culture, Production, and Strategic. Today, I will…
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MDC: Strategic Communication Concentration Courses
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Deciding what major you want to pursue for your college career can already be stressful, combined with having a list…
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Why Public Speaking Is The Best College Course To Take
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Public Speaking: I know, I know, you probably think it’s the worst. When most people hear those words, they think…