Schools and Colleges

It appears that having a college degree is often prioritized over actual knowledge or skills. Am I alone in thinking that degrees on resumes serve mainly to keep applications from being dismissed right away? It seems that employers care more about the credential itself than about the applicant’s understanding or […]

Exploring Housing Options I’m a rising sophomore at university, and I’m feeling overwhelmed about how to finance my education next year. I applied to be a resident assistant but ended up on the waitlist, so I can’t count on that for housing assistance (and even if I do get off […]

Having back-to-back exams is such a nightmare. I’m feeling incredibly stressed with three exams lined up almost consecutively next week, and they’re all upper-level courses where I really need to perform well. To top it off, my toughest and longest exam is scheduled last, right after two night exams the […]

Why do I feel so drained at home? I’m not sure if it’s just burnout from finishing a big essay, but my mom insisted I come home this weekend because my sister is visiting. Anyway, long story short, I feel completely unmotivated to do anything—work, hobbies, or even just going […]

Do I need to retake my classes? I just got accepted into college again! As I reviewed my past transcripts, I noticed that I received a B- in some classes. For my nursing requirements, it states that I need a B or higher to qualify. Will this greatly impact my […]

Not Allowed to Leave Class? Has anyone ever experienced a professor who prohibits students from leaving the classroom except during designated breaks? One of my professors has recently enforced this policy. Since our last class on Friday, she has sent out two emails stating that leaving and reentering during lecture […]

Returning to University After a Break Hey everyone, I’d love some advice on heading back to university after being at home for a while. Back in mid-January, I experienced a nervous breakdown and returned home. I’ve visited campus a few times since then, but only for a few hours and […]

How can I reach out to my professors for assistance without oversharing or seeming like I’m unloading my personal struggles on them? I’m currently facing some significant challenges in my life. I’ve been dealing with a mysterious illness that doctors are still trying to diagnose, and I’m also navigating a […]

Feeling embarrassed about needing a break I’m a 22-year-old data science student currently in my fifth year, and I’m overwhelmed. The last year and a half have been filled with challenges, as I’ve struggled to pass my courses and repeatedly found myself having to retake classes. I’ve thought about taking […]