Where students study can influence how well they’re prepared for a test.

The environment in which a student studies in can have an effect on how efficient that person’s study time is, said Gregg Kuehl, a counselor for Eastern’s Counseling Center during a workshop entitled “You Do Have to Study in College.”

The workshop was presented by the Counseling Center Wednesday and targeted towards helping students learn how make their study time more efficient.

Students need to be aware of their environment, Kuehl said.

“In your environment, try to minimize your distractions,” Kuehl said. “Friends and family and cell phones can be distracting.”

Students also need to know when and how to study.

“It’s important (to learn how to study) so you can prepare for tests,” said Elise Borinstein, a sophomore undecided major. “Some people don’t know how to study.”

Students can study for several hours at once, but they shouldn’t study a certain subject for more than one hour in the same way, Kuehl said. Students should either switch subject or ways they are studying.

Kuehl also suggested keeping track of class assignments in a planner.

Kuehl also suggested trying to imitate the class surroundings in order to help minimize anxiety before a test.

“I would suggest not listening to music (while studying), because when you’re trying to take the test, you’re not going to have music playing,” he said.

Students should also quiz themselves frequently and try to quiz themselves in the same way they will be tested, he said. “If you’re going to be quizzed in multiple choice, try to quiz yourself in multiple choice. That way you’ll feel more prepared.”

Students should expect some test anxiety, Kuehl said.

When coming to test anxiety, there are a few tips that help, Kuehl said.

“Try to think more rationally (when panicking),” Kuehl said. “If you start feeling overwhelmed, just pause and take your time.”