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MCC Daily Tribune

Preparing for First Exams and Papers: TAAC's Chill, Plan, and Write Time Management Event

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The Tutoring & Academic Assistance Center (TAAC) will be hosting a Chill, Plan, and Write: Time Management event this month, to help students prepare for their upcoming first exam and writing assignments. More details can be found below:

 Chill, Plan, and Write: Time Management

  • Brighton Campus
    • Thursday, September 10
      • Location: Building 11, Room 106 (TAAC)
      • Time: 11am to 1pm
    • Tuesday, September 22
      • Location: Building 3, Atrium
      • Time: 11am to 1pm
  • Downtown Campus
    • Tuesday, September 15
      • Location: 4th Floor Learning Commons
      • Time: 11am to 1pm

Coffee, Tea, Pastries, & Free planners will be provided to those who participate!

Appointments: No appointments are necessary! Walk-ins are encouraged.

What can students expect?

  • Work with an Academic Coach
    • Create a Weekly Schedule: Identify your commitments, find your free time, and build a schedule that actually works for you.
    • Understand Your Syllabus: Learn how to read course information sheets, track assignments, and stay on top of deadlines.
    • Explore Digital Planning Tools: Not a fan of traditional planners? Discover apps and digital resources to stay organized.
    • Prepare for Your First Exam: Learn time-management and study strategies to feel confident and ready.
    • Create a Study Plan: Plan your study sessions, prioritize what matters most, and practice strategies that help you study smarter, not harder.
  • Work with a Writing Consultant
    • Map Out Your Paper: Get help organizing your first paper or written assignment before you start writing.
    • Understand the Writing Process: Learn the stages of writing from brainstorming and outlining to revising and editing.
    • Refresh your grammar skills.

Whether students come for one day or every session, Chill, Plan, and Write offers a welcoming space to plan, focus, and start the semester strong!

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to email Martha MacDonald (mmacdonald@monroecc.edu)  or Hannah Pickert hpickert@monroecc.edu or connect by phone at 585-292-3396

Brianna Alicchio
Learning Support Systems
09/09/2026