Finals Resources
Each semester, offices and departments across campus host events, study spaces, tutoring programs, and provide resources to support students during the final exam season.
**Continue scrolling to check out the events and resources we offered Spring 2025 and come back at the end of November to see what we have planned for Fall 2025 Finals!
Spring 2025 Finals Resources
Programs and Events
May 5: Global Connections: Finals Destress Activities
Monday, May 5, 2:00PM - 3:00PM
Student Union Meeting Rm 2B
Hosted by International Student & Scholar Services, International Gateways, & Counseling & Psychological Services
Join us for the final Global Connections of the year! We'll take a study break by doing some de-stress activities to re-center and re-energize for finals
https://events.sjsu.edu/event/global-connections-destress-sp2025
May 6: Transfer Student Social: Tote Bag Painting!
Tuesday, May 6, 2:00PM - 4:00PM
SSC 601 (Inside Peer Connections)
Hosted by Peer Connections
Connect and de-stress before finals! Visit SSC 601 inside Peer Connections to decorate a tote bag for you to keep!
IG: @sjsupeerconnections
May 8: Spring Fling
Thursday, May 8, 10:00AM - 2:00PM
7th Street Plaza
Hosted by Student Wellness Center
Join us for some fun and games to help reduce your stress and promote a healthy well-being.
Follow us on Instagram @sjsuwellness for more information about our services, programs, and events!
May 12: DeStress with Bubbles on the Lawn
Monday, May 12, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
North Tower Lawn
Hosted by the University Library
Fun on Tower Lawn with Bubbles!
#sjsulibrary; linktr.ee/sjsulibrary
May 13: Study & Unwind with SJSU Cares
Tuesday, May 13, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Clark Hall 100H
Hosted by SJSU Cares
Students are encouraged to stop by and study or participate in a relaxing activity.
Light snacks and beverages will be provided.
Flyer will be posted on our Instagram Page: SJSUCaresbasicneeds
Study Spaces
May 5 - May 21: Study Lounge at Peer Connections
Monday, May 5, to Wednesday, May 21, During Operational Hours
SSC 600 (Peer Connections)
Hosted by Peer Connections
Need a place to study? Our large, spacious study lounge in SSC 600 has plenty of tables and chairs for you to set up and focus!
IG: @sjsupeerconnections
May 7: Extended Study Hours at NAISSC
Wednesday, May 7, 5:00PM to 6:30PM
NAISSC
Hosted by Native American Indigenous Student Success Center & Guardian Scholars Program
Join GSP & NAISSC for an evening studying for finals in community with others. A warm study environment and light snacks will be provided. All are open to join!
May 14-19: Mosaic Study Jam Week
Mosaic Study Jam Week
Wednesday, May 14, to Monday, May 19, 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Mosaic Cross Cultural Center
Hosted by Mosaic Cross Cultural Center
Extended hour study lounge with snacks, beverages, and testing materials while supplies last
instagram.com/sjsumosaic
May 5 - May 21: Study Sanctuary
Wednesday, December 11, to Tuesday, December 17
Monday through Wednesday (May 5 - May 21): 10:00AM - 4:00PM. Friday: 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Student Wellness Center, Wellness Lounge
Hosted by Wellness Lounge
Located on the first floor of the Student Wellness Center, come to the Wellness Lounge and find resources to de-stress and relax in between classes.
More information on the Wellness Lounge can be found on our website: https://sjsu.edu/wellness/grow-your-wellbeing/wellness-lounge.php
Tutoring & Academic Services
May 3: Finals Week Extended Open Lab
Saturday, May 3, 2025; 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Online: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/K8aejLAxTSme-wOQgQKDnQ#/registration
Hosted by the Writing Center
Students can join on a first-come, first-served basis and meet with a tutor for up to 20 minutes of quick help on any type of writing. Our tutors support all types of writing, including research papers, literature reviews, essays, etc. We also help with the different stages of writing, such as drafting and revising, and we are here to answer your grammar, content, organization, and formatting questions.
Instagram @sjsuwc
May 13 - May 15: Managing Finals Stress
Tuesday, May 13, to Thursday, May 15
Tuesday/Wednesday: 10:00AM - 4:00PM; Thursday: 10:00AM - 2:00PM
In-Person: SSC 600
Online: sjsu.edu/peerconnections for information and peer mentor Zoom links
Hosted by Peer Connections
Peer mentors will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis to talk about managing stress for finals, study tips, and strategies for organizing your time! Visit sjsu.edu/peerconnections for peer mentor schedules and Zoom links, or drop in at SSC 600!
IG: @sjsupeerconnections, more info at sjsu.edu/peerconnections
May 13 - May 16: Drop-In Tutoring at Peer Connections
Tuesday, May 13, to Friday, May 16
Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday: 10:00AM - 4:00PM; Friday: 12:00PM - 4:00PM
In-Person: SSC 600
Online: Visit sjsu.edu/peerconnections
Hosted by Peer Connections
Peer tutors will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis to help with select courses! Visit sjsu.edu/peerconnections to view availability for specific courses and find Zoom links for tutors, or drop in at Peer Connections in SSC 600!
IG: @sjsupeerconnections, more info at sjsu.edu/peerconnections
May 14 - May 16 & May 19 - May 20: Writing Center Tutoring
Wednesday, May 14 to Friday, May 16
Monday, May 19 & Tuesday, May 20
In-Person Tutoring: 10:00AM - 3:00PM, MLK 2nd Floor
Online Tutoring: 10:00AM - 9:00PM
Schedule Online Tutoring at sjsu.mywconline.com.
Hosted by the Writing Center
The SJSU Writing Center will be open for both online and in-person tutoring throughout final exams! Come see us for assistance with all your writing needs--we're here to help from first thought to final draft.
sjsu.edu/writingcenter
Ongoing Resources
May 5 - May 20 Grab-and-go Comfort Snacks & Testing Supplies (While Supplies Last)
Monday May 5th until Tuesday May 20th (while supplies last!), During Operational Hours
CAPISE, Student Union, Suite 1520
Hosted by Center for Asian Pacific Islander Student Empowerment
Come visit CAPISE during our open hours to grab some Asian and Pacific Islander comfort snacks and testing supplies, study for finals or unwind and be in community with fellow students.
Instagram: @capisesjsu
May 12 - May 15: Drop-In & De-Stress: Bracelet Making
Monday, May 12, to Thursday, May 15, During Operational Hours
Mosaic Cross Cultural Center
Hosted by the Mosaic Cross Cultural Center
Drop in during the day to make your own bracelet, get free testing materials (while supplies last), and fuel up with snacks and refreshments for your study sessions!
May 14 - May 16 & May 20: Free Finals Resource Tables
Wednesday, May 14, to Friday, May 16; Monday, May 20
Wednesday, 12:00PM - 6:00PM; Thursday, Friday, & Monday, 8:00AM - 6:00PM
Outside of Clark, The Wellness Center, and the ATM Parking Lot
Hosted by Student Involvement
Finals Got You Stressed? We’ve Got You Covered! Join us for FOUR days of supportive vibes, free stuff, and good energy to help you crush finals week!
Questions? Contact Student Involvement at getinvolved@sjsu.edu. All programs and events are wheelchair accessible. For more information or additional accessibility needs, please contact Student Involvement.
