PASS sessions are meant to be a time saver and help you focus your study effort. Use our free peer leader sessions as dedicated study time to stay on top of your academic workload. Sessions are held weekly and ran by a student who has aced this course. Whether you attend the full 1.5 hour session or drop in for 20 minutes, you can use this time to study for this course and save valuable study time.
Winter 2025 P.A.S.S. Schedule
Below you will find more information on sessions held for each individual course. All times in EST/EDT.
Section A, C, D, E & H - Simarpreet
Tuesdays from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
In-person: Stong College 201- Link to map
Thursdays from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Online: Zoom link to Simarpreet's PASS session
Zoom Meeting ID: 996 3853 8836
Password: 708720
Study Strategy: I love to apply the Pomodoro technique while studying or working on something important. I like to use an app where a timer goes off once the session is over. If you apply this technique, make sure that your phone is kept far away!
Section B & G - Alina
Wednesdays from 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
In-person: Calumet College 214- Link to map
Fridays from 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Online: Zoom link to Alina's PASS session
Zoom Meeting ID: 983 8456 6200
Password: PASS1
Study Strategy: My study strategy involves a combination of summary guides, cue cards, and the blurting method. I start by reading the textbook to familiarize myself with the material, then attending lectures to deepen my understanding and clarify any questions. Afterward, I create cue cards for bolded definitions and key concepts from the textbook and lectures, reviewing them daily for 20 minutes. I also make detailed summary guides, integrating information from the textbook, lectures, and visuals on key concepts for each chapter, which helps condense and organize complex material into a few pages. To reinforce my learning, I use the blurting method, where I write down everything I recall about a topic before checking my notes to fill in the gaps. From this, I will see what topics I am struggling with and will make a separate section in my summary guide just for those difficult topics and focus on them. As a final step, I re-read the textbook to revisit any details I may have missed and to reinforce my understanding. This method of active recall and repeated review has significantly enhanced my long-term retention, allowing me to excel in my exams, hope this helps!
Section A, B, & G - Anaum
Tuesdays from 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
In-person: Stong College 201 - Link to map
Wednesdays from 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Online: Zoom link to Anaum's PASS session
Zoom Meeting ID: 968 9275 7002
Study Strategy: My favourite study strategy is revising topics with friends in the class. I like to sit down with a few people and we just quiz each other and explain the concepts so that we all learn better together.
Section C & H - Akshita
Mondays from 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
In-person: Calumet College 214 - Link to map
Thursdays from 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Online: Zoom link to Akishits's PASS session
Zoom Meeting ID: 934 0557 5925
Password: PSYC2020
Study Strategy: I love using Kahoot quizzes to make studying more fun and interactive. Flashcards are also super helpful for memorizing key terms and concepts. To make sure I really understand everything, I enjoy creating detailed revision guides that summarize the main points of each topic. It's not only a great way to remember everything but also helps me ace my exams!
Section D - Jennifer
Thursdays from 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
In-person: Calumet College 214 - Link to map
Wednesdays from 2:30 pm - 4:0 pm
Online: Zoom link to Jennifer's PASS session
Zoom Meeting ID: 992 0878 8444
Password: jen11
Study Strategy: Study smarter, not harder. You don't have to pull all nighters to succeed on your exams. By taking the time to study before your exam, you can prepare ahead of time, without having to stress at the last minute. Coming to PASS is a great way of organizing your studying, and can be seen as your designated study time for stats. I hope to see many of yall in PASS 🙂
Section P - Naomi
Wednesdays from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
In-person: Stong College 201- Link to map
Fridays from 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Online: Zoom link to Naomi's PASS session
Zoom Meeting ID: 974 6082 2899​
Password: 244219
Study Strategy: The study strategy most effective for me is spaced repetition. Spaced repetition is a study strategy that involves reviewing material at gradually increasing intervals to enhance long-term retention. This technique leverages the “forgetting curve,” which shows how information is lost over time if not reinforced. By revisiting content just before you’re likely to forget it, spaced repetition strengthens your memory and helps transfer information from short-term to long-term storage. To implement it, break down your material, create a review schedule with intervals that increase over time, and use tools like flashcards or apps (e.g., Anki, Quizlet). Combining spaced repetition with active recall makes your study sessions more efficient and effective, ensuring you retain knowledge over the long term.
Section O - Diya
Mondays from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
In-person: Stong College 201 - Link to map
Thursdays from 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Online: Zoom link to Diya's PASS session
Zoom Meeting ID: 941 7545 4129
Password: 366829
Study Strategy: The study strategy that works best for me is spaced repetition. At the beginning of the semester, I like to write down the dates of each upcoming midterm, assignment, and exam in my planner and structure my study schedule for upcoming weeks according to these dates. I like to start studying for upcoming tests a couple weeks in advance and plan out the material I want to cover in that time. For example, if I review lecture 1 on Monday, I plan to revisit that lecture on Wednesday while reviewing lecture 2 on Tuesday, and so on. This way I do a little bit each day which makes the material seem less daunting. I like to review the notes that I made in lecture and create questions for myself based on these notes. I also ensure that I always complete textbook questions if they are recommended. Then, the next time I review this material, it is much faster as I already know it in depth. This ensures that I am staying on top of the material and combating forgetting. This gives me the ability to make note of any difficult questions that I want to bring up in a future lecture or PASS session, as I started my studying well in advance.
Section N - Bahar
Mondays from 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
In-person: Calumet College 214 - Link to map
Tuesdays from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Online: Zoom link to Bahar's PASS session
Zoom Meeting ID: 959 3879 4295
Password: Bahar25
Study Strategy: As a PASS Leader for statistics courses, my favourite study strategies are predicting test questions and presenting scenarios. I predict potential test questions to focus my study sessions effectively and use real-world scenarios to make abstract statistics concepts more understandable and relatable for the students. And here’s a crucial tip: don’t let the anxiety of perfectionism stop you from starting your assignments and homework. Getting started is key!
Section M - Ayissha
Fridays from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
In-person: Stong College 201 - Link to map
Mondays from 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Online: Zoom link to Ayissha's PASS session
Zoom Meeting ID: 965 8295 4744
Password: HLST 2302
Study Strategy: My study tip would be to clearly define your goals for the study session and list them out. Break down larger tasks into smaller, more manageable ones so they don't overwhelm you. Then study one concept for a set amount of time and then switch to a completely different topic (they can be the same type of topic, or they can be entirely unrelated, like studying biology and then history). This way you will be more actively studying and retention rates will be higher instead of zoning out or burning out.
Section A & B - Newsha
Wednesdays from 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
In-person: Calumet College 214- Link to map
Fridays from 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Online: Zoom link to Newsha's PASS session
Zoom Meeting ID: 997 0872 9384
Password: 986119
Study Strategy: My favourite study strategy is flashcards! I love using flashcards to actively recall and practice content because I can easily incorporate them into my daily routine (i.e. school commute, resting between sets at the gym). The online resources I use to make flashcards are Quizlet and Anki.
Section M & N - Kian
Thursdays from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
In-person: Stong College 201 - Link to map
Tuesdays from 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Online: Zoom link to Kian's PASS session
Zoom Meeting ID: 986 6356 2673
Password: kav200
Study Strategy: My favorite study strategy is identifying the big idea. A lot of times, when it comes to studying physiology, you are given a large amount of information quickly and in great detail, making it easy to get caught up in it all. Therefore, I find it helpful to step back and identify the big idea (the main point) of the concept being taught before diving into the more minute details.
Section M & N - David
Thursday from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
In-person: Stong College 201 - Link to map
Tuesdays from 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Online: Zoom link to David's PASS session
Zoom Meeting ID: 932 2079 3581
Password: 273988
Study Strategy: My favourite study strategy is Mind Mapping as it helps me see the themes and how they connect to form the bigger picture.
Learning Tools and Resources
Browse study tips and free templates to enhance your learning process
Study Techniques
Pomodoro Technique
The Pomodoro Technique is a renowned time management tool designed to strike a harmonious balance between work and breaks by employing consistent intervals. Originating in the 1980s, it was crafted by Francesco Cirillo to enhance productivity and focus. A benefit of using the Pomodoro technique is that you can adjust it to fit your needs. You can make the work periods shorter (like 15 minutes) or longer (like 45 minutes). Just remember, if you change the work time, change the break time too. A short break should be around 20% or less of the work time. For guidance on getting started, here are a few tips on how to use this technique while you study:
The Leitner System
The Leitner System is a powerful study technique based on spaced repetition, commonly used to recall vocabulary and course content. This technique incorporates active learning into your studies, enhancing your ability to recall information and improves long-term retention while staying organized.
Cornell Note Taking
Cornell Note Taking technique is used for lectures, seminars or readings. It helps improve understanding of course concepts and to identify the main points and definitions.
Feynmen Technique
The Faynmen Technique helps ensure mastery of topics. Ensures a clear understanding of topics and ability to communicate the learned material effectively.
SQ3R
The SQ3R is a technique used to mindfully read and understand the material. Helpful for text-heavy readings, as it breaks down the text and ensures focus and attention.
PQ4R
The PQ4R is a study technique that helps active learning. Aids in memorization and understanding complex concepts.
Study Planner Template
Create a detailed study plan using these free templates to make the most out of your study time.
Notion Template
Use this template to stay organized and manage your university assignments and important deadlines efficiently. Designed to optimize your study habits, this template covers various aspects of effective studying, making it an ideal resource for students at all levels. Feel free to personalize according to your courses and customize to your personal study style!
Note: Please duplicate the template (from the button on the top right corner on Notion) to your Notion account to edit it based on your schedule.
For more information about the PASS Program, please contact:
Calumet and Stong College Office
Email: scchelp@yorku.ca