Staying Awake!

Do you have early classes? Do you stay up late often? Ever find yourself trapped in a boring class dossing off? I am almost positive that every student at NKU has experienced some type of fatigue during class. As hard working college students, many of us stay up late completing assignments and homework. Staying up late and not getting enough sleep can effect your learning ability within the classrooms. This post will describe different tips for you to stay awake during class.

1. Drink Water- Taking frequent sips of cold water can help wake you up and feel more refreshed. It keeps you more attentive and it never hurts to drink too much! Because if you do drink too much, it would only make you go to the bathroom more, forcing you out of your seat and walk towards the restrooms.

2. Eat an Apple- Eating an apple is not only a great boost of energy but it keeps you moving to keep you awake. Eating an apple can also help a student keep their mind off of how tired they are.

3. Ask to go to the Bathroom- If given the chance to use the restroom, it gives you an opportunity get up out of your seat and walk around a bit. Walking around circulates your blood more easily than sitting in your seat. Keeps you from remaining in that sleepy sitting posture everyone can doze off in.

4. Take Notes- It never hurts to take notes! Taking notes not only helps you understand and remember the material but also helps you keep attentive during class. It is a great way to keep you focused and keeps you from day dreaming.

5. Sit in the Front- Sitting in the front of class allows you to hear the instructor more clearly. Also keeps you from not falling asleep in front of the teacher! Being towards the front of the class allows you to focus and keeps you from thinking about your tiredness.

6. Skip the Sugar- Eating a healthy breakfast before class helps you stay awake and allows your brain to function at its full potential. Eat a balanced breakfast to maintain energy throughout the day. Eating mass amounts of sugar will lead to a sugar crash during your classes.

7. Ask Questions- By asking questions you are clarifying what you don't understand and you maximize what you are getting from the lecture. It also proves to your instructor that you are attentive and involved with the lecture.

-Jonathan Hoey