Cy's Finals Frenzy

Cy pointing to "Cy's Finals Frenzy" logo on a Red Background
Cy holding cereal and standing next to a student holding a stack of pancakes next to the Zodiac in the Memorial Union

Cy's Finals Frenzy

The division of student affairs is hosting the first "Cy's Finals Frenzy" April 28-30 to promote healthy study habits and personal wellness for students ahead of final exams. Held in the Memorial Union and outside spaces around the building, the frenzy will offer study sessions, tutors and Supplemental Instruction leaders on site, quiet and group study rooms, free food and stress-relief activities including a smash room, crafts from the Workspace, free bowling and more. 

Sunday, April 28: The Frenzy Starts

Study

What When Where
Quiet Study Rooms 10 a.m.- 1 a.m. 3560, 3540, 2210 and West Student Office Space
Group Study Rooms 10 a.m.- 1 a.m. Cardinal Room, 2213, Nook and Cranny Rooms
Group Study Rooms 7 p.m.- 1 a.m. 3580
MATH 165 Exam Review 12 p.m.- 2 p.m. Campanile Room
BIO 211 and 212 Help Room 1 p.m.- 3 p.m. Oak Room
MATH 150, 151, 165, 166, 265, 267 Help Room 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. Campanile Room
CHEM 163, 177, 178, 331, 332 Help Room 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. Gold Room
COM S 227, 228, 230, 331 Help Room 3 p.m.- 5 p.m. Oak Room
AN S 214, 319, 331 Help Room 3 p.m.- 5 p.m. 2630
Writing Consultants (more information below) 4 p.m.- 10 p.m. Campanile Room
Business (ECON, STAT, Finance, ACCT) Help Room 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. Oak Room
PHYS 115, 131, 231, 232 Help Room 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. Campanile Room

Writing Consultants are available for one-on-one or group consultations for any project or paper. Consultants will also have information on how to use Grammarly and other tools for writing success. 

Eat

Eat
What When Where
Lunch: Walking Taco Bar 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. MU Commons
Snacks 2 p.m. until gone Cardinal Room
Late Night Breakfast: Cereal Bar 10 p.m.- 12 a.m. MU Commons

Play

What When Where
Outdoor Recreation Games 10 a.m.- 8 p.m. 3580
Wellness Rooms 10 a.m.- 10 p.m. 3538 and 3534
To-Go Craft 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. or until gone First Floor, West Student Office Space
Cy's Smash Stations 1 p.m.- 7 p.m. MU North Lawn (exit out by Zodiac) Rain location: MU Terrace
Free Bowling and Billiards 2 p.m.- 6 p.m. CyBowl and Billiards
Yoga 3-3:30 p.m. & 4:30-5 p.m. 3580
Tango Class 3 p.m.-4 p.m. (not a come-and-go event) 3512
Karaoke 4 p.m.- 8 p.m. M-Shop
Outdoor Movie: Ferris Bueller's Day Off 8:30 p.m.- 11 p.m. Durham Great Hall

Monday, April 29: The Frenzy Continues

Study, Eat and Play

What When Where
University Library Regular Hours 7 a.m.- 2 a.m. Parks Library
Chill @ The Center (more information below) 9 a.m.- 10 p.m. The Center for LGBTQIA+ Student Success, 4600 Memorial Union
Barks at Parks noon-3 p.m. Parks Library
Quiet Study Rooms 5 p.m.- 1 a.m. 3560, 3560 and West Student Office Space
Group Study Rooms 5 p.m.-1 a.m. Cardinal Room and Trophy Tavern
Academic Coaching Drop In (more information below) 5-6 p.m.; 7-8 p.m.; 9-10 p.m. Campanile Room
Snack Room 5 p.m. until gone Gold Room
Wellness Rooms 5 p.m.- 10 p.m. 3534 and 3538
To-Go Craft 5 p.m. until gone First Floor, West Student Office Space
Finals Tips with MSA: A kinetic time infused with yoga and meditation (more information below) 5 p.m.- 7 p.m. Multicultural Center
BINGO FRENZY!! 8 p.m.- 10 p.m. Sun Room
Late Night Breakfast: Pancakes 10 p.m.- 12 a.m. MU Commons

Chill @ The Center: come to the Center and chill with various low-key activities to help you ground, destress, and take a breath! 

Academic Skills Coaches will have the Academic Success Center Finals Prep Packets and other resources available to help create personalized study plans for final exams, projects and papers.

Finals Tips with MSA: A kinetic time infused with yoga and meditation Students can unwind with yoga and meditation sessions, finding relaxation and mental clarity amidst the stress. 

Tuesday, April 30: The Frenzy Finale

Study, Eat and Play

What When Where
University Library Regular Hours 7 a.m.- 2 a.m. Parks Library
Chill @ The Center (more information below) 9 a.m.- 10 p.m. The Center, 4600 Memorial Union
Barks at Parks noon-3 p.m. Parks Library
Quiet Study Rooms 5 p.m.- 1 a.m. 3560, 3540 and West Student Office Space
Group Study Rooms 5 p.m.- 1 a.m. Cardinal Room and Trophy Tavern
Academic Coaching Drop In (more information below) 4-5 p.m.; 7-8 p.m.; 10-11 p.m. Cardinal Room
Wellness Rooms 5 p.m.- 10 p.m. 3538 and 3534
To-Go Craft 5 p.m. until gone First Floor, West Student Office Space
Snack Room 5 p.m. until gone Gold Room
Finals Tips with MSA: Brain food boost (more info below) 5 p.m.- 7 p.m. Multicultural Center

Chill @ The Center: come to the Center and chill with various low-key activities to help you ground, destress, and take a breath! 

Academic Skills Coaches will have the Academic Success Center Finals Prep Packets and other resources available to help create personalized study plans for final exams, projects and papers.

Finals Tips with MSA: Brain food boost: students will nourish their minds with brain foods like blueberries and nuts, enhancing focus and cognitive function to prepare for exams

The fun continues at the University Library!

Wellness Wednesdays 

Every Wednesday in April, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m., room 140 Parks Library 
Hosted in partnership with Student Wellness 
Drop in for chair massages, meditation, light therapy, aroma therapy, Legos, coloring, puzzles, and more.

Prep Week Hours 

Parks Library is open regular hours during Prep Week (7 a.m.- 2 a.m.- Monday- Thursday) Weekend hours: https://www.lib.iastate.edu/hours
​​​​​​Free coffee and fruit are offered on the first floor in the Learning Connections Center (LCC) late evenings during Prep Week.

Barks@Parks 

 

Barks and Parks

Finals Week Hours 

Parks library is open 24/7 for finals week

IGNITE Innovation Showcase

Ignite Innovation Showcase

Annual showcase of student creativity through displays, exhibitions, panels, presentations, and more!
April 30-May 3
Learn more 
 

But wait, there's more!

Thursday, May 2
7:30 a.m.- 9:30 a.m. 
MU Durham Great Hall 

FREE Omelet Breakfast for students! Learn More 
Sponsored by the Iowa Soybean Research Center, Iowa Food and Family Project, North Central Poultry Association, and the Iowa Egg Council.