What’s it like to have a roommate? Hey! I know this question gets asked a lot, but I’m really curious. I just completed my room selection and I’m a bit anxious about how I’ll adjust. I’m a transfer student and I’m rooming with a friend from high school, as I […]
Read MoreDumb question, should I be expecting a tax return even though financial aid covered all of my expenses in college?
I have a question that might seem silly: Will I be getting a tax return even if my financial aid covered all my college expenses? I realize this might be a basic question, but I’d appreciate some clarification. Thank you!
Read MoreHow much of a commitment is concert band in college?
What’s the level of commitment for concert band in college? I’m eager to keep playing my clarinet, but I’m concerned about overextending myself with my other commitments. I’ll be majoring in nursing, participating in Air Force ROTC, and likely searching for a part-time job as well. Is it feasible to […]
Read MoreUninformed Maintenance
Subject: Unexpected Maintenance Wake-Up Call Hey everyone, Quick background: I’m a 19F living in a college dorm, and something pretty bizarre happened yesterday. The fire alarm in our suite went off, but there was absolutely no reason for it (the police and fire department confirmed there were no issues—no smoke, […]
Read MoreWhat is the difference between main ceremony and department recognition event graduation ceremony
What’s the difference between the main ceremony and the department recognition event during graduation? I’m in the process of purchasing my cap and gown for my commencement ceremony in May, and I see an option to indicate whether I will be attending the main ceremony or the department recognition event. […]
Read MoreShould I dorm?
Should I Live in a Dorm? Hi everyone! I’m currently attending community college and looking to transfer to a university. The school I’m interested in is about an hour away, though it could take 2-3 hours with traffic. Right now, I’m commuting about 1.5 hours for my classes, and I […]
Read MoreHow to break the news that I almost passed away in college??
Title: How to Share My Near-Death Experience in College Health Category So here’s the story: I took a wambulance to the hospital because I was on the brink of either (1) fainting (2) having a stroke (3) facing an untimely demise The only ones aware of this incident are those […]
Read MoreAm I the only one that sometimes skips lectures to just study the material on my own?
Do I really have to be the only one who occasionally skips lectures to study on my own? I find it hard to concentrate in class, especially when the material gets tough. Those tiny chairs and even smaller tables make it worse; my iPad barely fits! I usually end up […]
Read MoreHow was/is your experience as an older student living on campus? (undergrad)
What’s your experience like as an older undergraduate student living on campus? I’m 23 and just made the transition from community college to university this semester, staying on campus. So far, everything seems fine, but I haven’t formed any friendships or joined any clubs. My routine consists of attending classes, […]
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