Schools and Colleges

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 […]

A Fun Guide to Discovering the Best Restrooms on Campus for a Quick Break Spring break has me cooped up at home, so I thought I’d share some tips for those of you who might be in need of a reliable restroom outside your dorms—especially if you’re dealing with lactose […]

I feel like I’m losing my mind! Am I overreacting here? Let me give you some context: My sister, my mother, and my aunt are all teachers, and I work in a high school alongside other educators. I’m currently taking an online English writing class that runs from January to […]

Seeking Volunteering Advice Hello everyone! I’m currently studying at a university in Canada and eager to gain experience and develop new skills through volunteering. However, I’ve run into a bit of a hurdle: many organizations ask for at least two references that aren’t family or friends, and I don’t have […]

A close friend is staying with me for a week, and I’m trying to figure out the best course of action. Should I: Attend my classes as scheduled and leave my friend to hang out alone? Check with my professors to see if it’s possible for my friend to sit […]