Schools and Colleges

I’m heading back to school, and it’s a big step for me. I have a lot of questions! Hey everyone, I wanted to share my situation and see if anyone can help me out with some information. My GPA is pretty low at 1.4, and I haven’t been in school […]

Have you ever noticed college professors attending social events organized by undergrad or graduate students, such as formals, galas, or game nights? Do you think these professors engage with their students in ways that foster closer relationships? At my university, various student organizations like ASME, IEEE, and cultural groups such […]

Are headphones helpful for studying? Do you think it’s worth spending $200-$300 on a pair of headphones just for studying and listening to music at home? I’ve been preparing for the TEAS test and borrowed my girlfriend’s headphones to watch math videos. To my surprise, I found it much easier […]

My $24k Scholarship May Have Changed My Life for the Worse Hi everyone, I’m a 19-year-old sophomore majoring in Chemical Engineering, and I’m at a challenging crossroads right now. After failing my physics midterm (though I still have a C overall), I find myself contemplating dropping out. This semester has […]

Advice on College Debt Hey everyone! I’m excited to share that I’ll be starting at GCU this spring. However, I’m facing the reality of potentially graduating with around $50,000 in debt after a four-year program. Is this a manageable amount for the fields I’m interested in—mechanical, electrical, or software engineering? […]

PreCalc Help Needed (Posting on behalf of my daughter) Hi everyone! I’m an 18-year-old sophomore at community college. During my sophomore year of high school, I was homeschooled and later completed a relaxed online program to graduate as a junior. When I started community college, I attempted precalculus, but it […]

I really need a break from socializing. I’m getting worn out from all the weekends spent with my roommate’s friends. What started as occasional get-togethers has turned into a regular routine of going out to eat every weekend, and I’m just not up for it anymore. I crave the comfort […]

Does age play a role in college friendships for you? When I was 16, I took my first class on a university campus, and I’ve noticed that an increasing number of students are now starting their college journey as early as 14, 15, or 16 years old. In my community, […]

Are we meant to discover lifelong friends in college? I can’t be the only one feeling like it’s tough to connect with others, both romantically and platonically. I’ve joined multiple clubs and had two different sets of roommates. While I genuinely appreciate them all, they’re more like acquaintances to me […]