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Here are some jokes and comic strips on analytics, showing analytics can not only be interesting but also fun ! Graphs  Source Out-liars Source Big Data !! Source Productivity  Source Data Interpretation Source Hope you enjoyed these !

Procrastination! It is such a natural part of student life. Sometimes, procrastinating may just be a harmless sign that something is not as important as something else, it can be a lazy “easy way out” of difficult tasks, and a tricky habit to break, causing serious delays. Take a quick look at the amusing post below, and see if you could see yourself in any of the categories  Source  So, now that you know what kind of Procrastinator you are, you know what signs and symptoms to look for!  When it becomes a bad habit, try to overcome it by changing your strategy. Please feel free to share some of your own tips in comments sections so that all of us get benefited 😊

  Coffee Shops?! What is it about Coffee shops and studying? Libraries feel overwhelming at times and   a few too many days in a row on campus can be exhausting. If studying is getting to you, try getting out for an afternoon at a great coffee shop.   It is no surprise that one of the most popular coffee chains in the country, Starbucks, is located right inside of Fondren Library @ SMU.  This spot is perfect for a quick and dependable coffee jolt  for students on campus!  when you’re in need of a place for long study sessions , there is a great coffee shop called  Union  in 2-mile radius. This place is the coolest, quirkiest coffee shop in Dallas which is  a great switch from mainstream Starbucks coffee. During peak hours, it is packed with SMU students working on their latest assignments, often with friends.  Union is a beautiful place working to meet the needs of neighborhood as well  ; Go there for a cup of coffee,worship the art curated

1. Did you know SMU was founded because of a conflict between the United Methodist Church and Vanderbilt University? Founded in 1911 by what is now The United Methodist Church, in 1914, the church and Vanderbilt cut ties and made SMU its flagship institution and therefore SMU opened with support from Dallas leaders. 2.motto="The truth will make you free." 3.Legend has it there’s a connection between Ford Mustangs and the SMU Mustangs, but others have also said it’s simply a coincidence. Do you think there’s such thing as coincidence?! 4.Former First Lady Laura Bush graduated from Southern Methodist University in 1968 with a degree in education, and went on to teach the second grade after graduation! 5. The all-time great basketball coach, Larry Brown is currently the head coach of the SMU basketball team. He is the first, and so far only, man to coach teams to win both NCAA (1988) and NBA (2004) titles. 6.It should come as no surprise, but there are curr

MSBAs are studying everyday and everywhere. Let's have a look at the pretty libraries around our campus and their stories behind. Anyone you haven't visited before? Just join and explore with us! 1. Fondren Library (Main Library) Department: Central University Libraries Fondren Library was SMU’s first stand-alone library building. Today Fondren Library is home to government documents, general collections, Center for Teaching Excellence, Southwest Review, DeGolyer Library and Special Collections as well as Archives of Women of the Southwest. The grand reading room today houses part of the DeGolyer’s Library’s book collection. Did you know that people can see a beautiful aerial view view of SMU  campus in Fondren 4th floor?   2.  Bridwell Library Department: Perkins School of Theology The history of a theological library on the Southern Methodist University campus predates the Bridwell Library building. The School of Theology began i

It is almost impossible to avoid sharing personal experiences at SMU, even if it’s just asking  “How was your weekend?”  This blog will have us share personal experiences as a whole focus of one or more classes, food & networking, group projects, job search, and 'one day'... We thought this is the time when you are deciding on your school..our journey at SMU will enable you to make your decision easier! You will learn more on this blog about: Studying on campus Food and networking Job search Places to hangout Parking International experience Fun analytics It’s difficult to believe it ...but it has been an experience worth sharing!  Studying on Campus Before coming, we always thought we are going to be studying most of the time and it will be driving us crazy...its going to be difficult ...should we or should we not...is this the right decision or should i go for something easy...well initially it was crazy!! ...how multivariate analysi