Advice on Planning a Career in Paleontology Hi everyone! I’m a freshman at WVU, set to graduate in 2029. Right now, I’m enrolled in Political Science, but that’s just a temporary choice as I explore my options. I’m really passionate about pursuing a career in paleontology and am considering how […]
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Looking for something to fully immerse myself in? I’m currently a junior at a smaller, somewhat geeky college, and I’ve come to realize that I’m feeling a bit stuck. While I’m part of a small fraternity and have close friends, I often find myself not meeting new people or engaging […]
Read MoreShould I just get an associates instead of a degree? Will there be jobs i can get with one?
Should I consider pursuing an associate’s degree instead of a full bachelor’s degree? Are there job opportunities available with that qualification? I’m currently in my second year (fourth semester) and I’m really struggling. I know the middle years are tough for a lot of students, but I’m starting to feel […]
Read MoreWorried about my first bio test and I’m not sure what to do
Feeling Anxious About My First Bio Test Hey everyone! I recently returned to college at 22 and enrolled in a local community college. So far, things have been going well, but now that we’re about five weeks in, my first tests and major assignments are approaching. I’m in a 100-level […]
Read MoreHave you ever had any luck negotiating with professors about how assignments should work?
Have you ever had success negotiating with professors about assignment policies? In one of my classes, our professor posts the answers to problem sets several weeks after we’ve submitted them, which makes it difficult to remember the material. I often find it incredibly beneficial to check my work along the […]
Read MoreWhat to wear to an awards ceremony?
What should I wear to an awards ceremony? I recently won a moderately significant competition at my college, and the awards ceremony is in just 5 days. I’m feeling completely lost when it comes to choosing an outfit. The event will be held at a nice venue I’ve never been […]
Read MoreStudy so hard but ending up failing
I put in a lot of effort and study diligently for my exams. I complete all the questions during my prep, but when it’s time for the actual exam, I struggle and end up scoring less than half of the total possible points. Does anyone have any advice on how […]
Read MoreHow to avoid study fatigue?
Tips to Combat Study Fatigue I feel like I’m doing everything right, but I seem to hit a wall after about 5 hours of studying, making it hard to concentrate. I typically use a 30/5 or 50/10 work-to-break ratio, depending on my focus level. During my breaks, I try to […]
Read MoreI keep ending up in group projects with the same person, and she does nothing. I feel used.
I keep finding myself in group projects with the same person, and it’s frustrating because she doesn’t contribute at all. I can’t shake the feeling of being taken advantage of. As a mature student who is six months pregnant and pursuing a Foundation degree, I’ve been assigned to different groups […]
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