Seeking Roommate Advice I could really use some guidance—my boyfriend and I attend colleges that are 2.5 hours apart. He lives in a dorm in a less secure area, so when we meet up, he usually stays over at my place, where I share an apartment with one other girl. […]
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I’ve been through a lot at just 21, including a battle with cancer that’s left me feeling burnt out. Initially, I planned to pursue veterinary medicine, but I reconsidered and switched to premed. After facing numerous challenges during college—especially with my GPA and graduation timeline—I’m feeling really drained. I opted […]
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How to Start Conversations with Others At my school, which has about 300 students, it’s quite small and most people already seem to be in established groups. I’m unsure how to approach them. Any advice?
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What are the consequences of missing over 12 days of school? I’ve been dealing with frequent illnesses and have already missed 12 days, all of which have been excused. I’m not sure if this will have an impact. It’s frustrating because I can’t control being sick. I’m in 9th grade.
Read MoreI’m having a serious family emergency. Do I look like an idiot for asking to makeup an assignment?
I’m currently facing a serious family emergency, and I’m feeling uncertain about requesting to make up an assignment. On Sunday night, I had to rush my mom to the ER due to severe chest pain, coughing blood, and breathing difficulties. Doctors discovered she has fluid in her lungs, possibly due […]
Read MoreCan I wear a Cord and Stole at my graduation ceremony and where would I get them?
Can I wear a cord or stole at my graduation ceremony, and where can I get one? I’m graduating early in December 2024, and my ceremony is coming up in a few months. I’m also in the process of enlisting in the military and just waiting for my shipping date. […]
Read MoreCollege burnout in 2nd semester
Feeling Burnt Out in My Second Semester of College Lately, I’ve been feeling completely drained, and it’s got me questioning why taking just four college classes feels so much more exhausting than the 6 or 7 I managed in high school. I’m already experiencing burnout, and it’s only my second […]
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