Just narrowly avoided a situation with an “on-campus job” that requires availability from 7:30 AM to 11 PM every day of the week. It’s no surprise that so few people want to work for them—this is just absurd.
Edit: To be fair, it would only be 25 hours, but still needing to be available during those hours is a lot.
Subject: Concerns About Hosting Athletic Recruits I wanted to share a situation that my roommate, who is part of the track and field team at a Division 1 university, is currently facing. The team planned to host some high school recruits, and my roommate volunteered to host two, under the impression that they would be […]
Considering an Extra Semester for a Double Major I’m contemplating whether it’s worth it to extend my studies by an extra semester to pursue a double major. Currently, I’m a fellow in both my major and minor departments, and I would only need to complete three additional classes to achieve this. Is it a worthwhile […]
Title: Unpacking the Reasons Behind Class Cancellations When it comes to the academic world, one question frequently arises: What motivates students to miss classes? It’s a phenomenon that often leaves educators and peers perplexed. Let’s delve into some potential reasons behind this behavior. 1. Disengagement and Lack of Interest For many students, a profound sense […]
It’s great that you recognized the red flags during the interview! Expecting availability across such a wide range of hours is definitely excessive, especially for a part-time position. It’s important for employers to offer flexibility that respects work-life balance. It sounds like you made the right call by passing on that opportunity. There are plenty of jobs out there that will appreciate your time and commitment without demanding such extreme availability! Keep searching; the right fit is out there.