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Hoos Focused
Welcome to the Hoos Focused!

Fridays 1pm in 204 Clemons (Fall 2025 Semester: 8/29-12/5)

We are a drop-in group with the goal of supporting students who struggle with concentration, organization, and/or focus. Our group is open to both undergraduate and graduate students from all UVA schools and co-led by Dr. Elaine Bailey (SDAC) and Christy Rotman. Consider joining us consistently or just drop in on weeks you are available.

Each meeting will begin with a moment of mindfulness, followed by a resource or content for discussion. Open dialogue and strategy exchange are welcome and we encourage students to use the group for increased accountability. Feel free to contact us with any questions or comments. Join us on Friday afternoons at 1pm to learn strategies for success and to connect with other students! We look forward to meeting you!

"Hoos Focused Group Meeting is a great support system for people with ADHD. Mentors provide valuable inputs in figuring out solutions for academic as well as everyday problems. It can also be really relieving and helpful to hear other peers share their struggles and coping mechanisms." - participating graduate student

"Hoos Focused Group Meetings have been pivotal in helping me meet important deadlines, like qualifying essays and exams - and even required dissertation goals - in my graduate program. The Hoos Focused community's encouragement and support, not to mention their helpful resources and informative lectures, helped me regain a sense of optimism when I felt hopeless about my prospects of getting crucial work done on time. I can't recommend this group highly enough to anyone who struggles with focus, organization, or maintaining progress with goals!" - participating graduate student

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Many college students express concern about maintaining focus and discipline in their courses. The goal of Hoos Focused is to serve as an educational resource and community setting for students at UVA who share these concerns. If you find yourself experiencing difficulties with any of the following, consider joining us for one or both of our weekly offerings. Hoos Focused Group Meeting topics might include:
- Planning for long-term assignments
- Organizational support and assignment planning
- Time management tips
- Long-term and short-term goal setting
- How to maintain attention in class and while studying
- Understanding an ADHD diagnosis
- Conducting self-care practices
- Ways to stay motivated throughout the semester
- Coping with test anxiety
- And more!
More questions about Hoos Focused - see our FAQs here!
Hoos Focused FAQs

What is the difference between the Hoos Focused Group Meeting and Hoos Focused Study Hall?

Hoos Focused Group Meeting is a weekly drop-in group hosted by Dr. Elaine Bailey and Christy Rotman where undergraduate and graduate students share challenges and exchange strategies to further their goals.

When and where are meetings for Hoos Focused held?

For Fall 2025: Hoos Focused Group Meetings are held each Friday at 1pm in Clemons 204, 8/29-12/5.

Do I need to be an undergraduate student at UVA to attend Hoos Focused?

No, both Hoos Focused opportunities are open to undergraduate and graduate students at UVA.

Do I have to pay for Hoos Focused?

No, there is no cost associated with either Hoos Focused opportunity.

Do I need to register for Hoos Focused?

No, registration is not required to attend either the Group Meetings or the Study Hall. Both are open, no-commitment. Feel free to attend whenever is convenient for you. We encourage students to attend as frequently as they can and to bring a friend with them!

Can you provide me with academic accommodations for my classes?

No, we cannot provide you with academic accommodations. If you would like to discuss academic accommodations, please contact the Student Disability Access Center.
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Spring 2025 Workshop Schedule

Stay tuned for updates! In the meantime, be sure to check out the recorded mini-workshops (link to the left) and resources tab for more tools and tips!

If you are looking for individualized support, please reach out to me via email: christyr@virginia.edu.

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Christy Rotman

College Life Skills Coach - College of Arts & Sciences

Upcoming Events

Welcome to the Hoos Focused!

Fridays 1pm in 204 Clemons (Fall 2025 Semester: 8/29-12/5)

More Information

What is the difference between the Hoos Focused Group Meeting and Hoos Focused Study Hall?

When and where are meetings for Hoos Focused held?

Do I need to be an undergraduate student at UVA to attend Hoos Focused?

Do I have to pay for Hoos Focused?

Do I need to register for Hoos Focused?

Can you provide me with academic accommodations for my classes?

Spring 2025 Workshop Schedule