How I organize my planner
My planner is my best friend in grad school and in general. I wouldn’t know my left from right without it and this is how I organize it.
First things first. Get yourself some colorful pens and give each class a color. For example, Neurology is purple, psychosocial is pink, my grad thesis class is teal, etc. this helps my brain organize all the content I’m going to put in my planner.
Next, put in all your exams, assignments, events in every month for that semester. Again, make sure you have your colors selected. If you don’t have colorful pens, you can use a black pen and colorful highlighters.
My deadlines!
This Papier planner is one of my favorites because it’s had a section where I can put in all my exams and assignments and take note of my grades and feedback for each one.
Last we have the weekly part of the planner. The same assignments and exams I put on the monthly pages, I go through and do the same for the weekly pages.
Every Sunday, I’ll got through the following week and add what needs to be added. Plan workouts, runs, study time, work and class time. In these pages I also use sticky notes to write down what needs to get done by importance for the entire week. This helps me be productive.
Good luck to everyone this semester! Stay strong and stay organized! You got this!
Note: this is the Papier Academic Planner
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Planning your semester can be overwhelming, but an organized planner can make all the difference. Color coding is not only aesthetically pleasing but also improves your ability to access information quickly. By associating each class with a unique color, you minimize the chance of overlooking important tasks. In your monthly layout, ensure you input all significant dates—like exams, assignments, and events—before the semester begins. Consider making a monthly review part of your routine to adjust your tasks based on upcoming deadlines. Using sticky notes for reminders is a fantastic way to prioritize tasks for the week. Additionally, keep in mind the importance of breaks and downtime in your schedule. Overloading your planner can lead to burnout, so intentionally plan time for relaxing activities as well. Whether you use a traditional paper planner like the Papier Academic Planner or a digital alternative, the key is consistency in your planning habits. Lastly, don't forget to celebrate your achievements, even the small ones. Keeping track of grades or feedback can motivate you and help tweak your study methods for better outcomes. Stay organized, and good luck this semester!
