Fighting the deadline crunch: STU students turn to Long Night Against Procrastination

From 5 to 11 p.m., students participated in a variety of activities, with good food to catch up on their studies (Credit: Sabrina Zabatiero).

On Thursday, March 19, STU students had the opportunity to catch up with their assignments and get rid of procrastination for a night.

Long Night Against Procrastination combined academic support with interactive and relaxing activities, which promoted a safe environment for productivity and well-being.

What could have been just another quiet study session became a vibrant and welcoming space for students who arrived with their laptops and notebooks.

Throughout the evening, students had access to Pomodoro-style study sessions, study tips and strategies, therapy dogs and bingo. 

Despite the busy atmosphere, the overall feeling remained calm, supportive, and low-stress. Some students received help from the Writing Centre tutors, while others took a break from the stress to pet a dog or play cards with friends. 

Sid D'entremont, one of the tutors at the drop-in table, said he felt happy knowing the student left the table feeling better than when they first arrived. 

“[It] makes the job rewarding,” said D’entremont. 

D’entremont said that the writing centre was there to help students since the beginning of the paper, “from outlining to editing.”

For many students, the combination of structure and flexibility made the event especially effective. 

Ryan Hunter, a student who attended the event, shared her excitement in the most crowded activity of the evening: the Bingo game.

”I felt great. I was the first one of the night. It was really exciting for me,” she said. 

Hunter also emphasized the social aspect of the event as one of her favourite parts. 

“I get to hang out with my friends. That's probably the best part.” 

The night ended with more food and shared moments among students.

The combination of academic resources, social interaction and moments of fun created a space where students could feel supported, productive and connected.

Lucus Theriault, a STU student, won the biggest prize in bingo and summed up his excitement by saying, “Bartholomew for the win.” (Credit: Sabrina Zabatiero).