Am I being unreasonable for feeling so uneasy about the idea of living with roommates? Is it something you can adapt to fairly quickly? I understand that many people eventually find themselves in this situation due to the high costs of renting an apartment, but I really dislike the thought […]
Read MoreIs seeing your parents once a week too much?
Is visiting your parents every week considered excessive? Every Sunday, I head home to see my mom, who is a single parent, and as an only child, our bond is quite strong. We talk and text daily, and I typically stay until early Monday morning before returning to school for […]
Read MorePost-Bereavement Advice
Seeking Advice After Loss Hey everyone, I wanted to share something personal. A few weeks ago, I lost my twin unexpectedly, and I’ve been spending this time with family. I go to school about 1500 miles away and wasn’t planning on coming home until summer break due to other commitments. […]
Read MoreThinking about dropping my math class, is it a good idea?
Considering Dropping My Math Class: Seeking Advice Hi everyone! I’m currently in my spring semester at community college, taking Calculus II, Chemistry, Physics, and Ethnic Studies. I’m excited to share that I’ve been accepted to Long Beach for Environmental Engineering in the fall! However, I’m feeling really overwhelmed right now. […]
Read MoreShout out to all the on-campus dining hall workers
A big shoutout to all the dining hall workers on campus! As a student at a small university, my dining hall isn’t too busy compared to larger ones. However, while visiting a bigger campus during my Spring break, I was taken aback by the sheer volume of people coming and […]
Read MoreTrump administration cancels $400 million in grants for Columbia University
The Trump administration has withdrawn $400 million in grant funding previously allocated to Columbia University.
Read MoreDropped from a class. Now what?
I just dropped a class, and now I’m feeling a bit lost. I’m sure I’m not the only one in this situation, but I can’t help but feel upset with myself. I’m in community college, taking four classes for a total of 12 units. My major is art, and I […]
Read MoreFreshmen summer courses
Freshman Summer Course Dilemma Hello everyone! I’m trying to decide between taking Organic Chemistry (OChem 008A and 008B) or Physics (Phys 002A and 002B) during the summer of my freshman year. Since these courses will appear on my transcript, I’m wondering if medical schools prefer to see applicants complete the […]
Read MoreHow can I effectively type notes instead of hand writing them?
Title: Tips for Taking Effective Typed Notes Instead of Handwriting Hi everyone! I’m 24 and have struggled with severe OCD since childhood. It has taken many forms over the years, but one of the biggest challenges I’ve faced is with notetaking. Like many, I find that handwritten notes help me […]
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