Roommate Dilemma: Seeking Advice I could really use some guidance. My boyfriend and I attend different colleges that are about 2.5 hours apart. He stays in a dorm that’s located in a less safe area, so when we want to spend time together, he usually comes to my college and […]
Read MoreI battled cancer and am burnt out, so I’m thinking of changing my major to something more my passion
I’ve been through a lot at just 21—I battled cancer and am now feeling burnt out. Initially, I aimed to be a veterinarian, but I started having doubts and switched to premed. After facing numerous challenges during college, including my GPA and graduation timeline, I decided to pursue a Physician […]
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 a bit conflicted about asking for an extension on an assignment. On Sunday night, I had to rush my mom to the ER due to severe chest pain, coughing up blood, and difficulty breathing. It turns out she has fluid […]
Read MoreGoing back to college after flunking out?
Considering a return to college after struggling previously? I’m looking to re-enroll in college. However, I’m a bit anxious about my past performance, as I didn’t do well the first time—I spent quite a bit of time on academic probation due to failing a few classes. I dropped out at […]
Read MoreFor those who went into college undecided, how did you choose what you wanted as your major?
For those who entered college undecided, how did you ultimately choose your major? As a freshman, I initially declared a major in theater and creative writing, but after some reflection, I found myself feeling undecided. During my first year, I’ve taken various classes that I enjoyed, but I often selected […]
Read Morewhat to do at an internship fair?
Tips for Navigating an Internship Fair Hi everyone! I’m a sophomore in college gearing up for my first internship fair tomorrow. As a first-generation student, I don’t have anyone to turn to for guidance on what to expect. What can I anticipate while I’m there? How do I approach the […]
Read MoreMy professor is stressing me out
Feeling Stressed About My Professor Hey everyone, my girlfriend asked me to share her situation here, and she’d really appreciate any advice. She’s in her final semester of college, enrolled in a 4-credit course that she needs to pass with a B or higher to graduate. The class is quite […]
Read Moreletter of rec not allowed to have my name?
Are letters of recommendation not allowed to include my name? I’ve been applying for various scholarships, and one local scholarship specifies that if my name appears in the letter or its file name, it won’t be accepted. However, all of my letters of recommendation currently include my name. I was […]
Read MoreOut of withdrawals and drops, taking a reduced workload, still struggling. Looking for advice.
I’m currently facing challenges with my coursework and am looking for some advice. I’m a Computer Science student with a minor in Physics, and here’s a look at my relevant grades: MAC2311: A MAC2312: B+ (initially got a C-) PHY2048: A- PHY2049: C+ COP3502: A- COP3503C: B COT3100: C EEL3701C: […]
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