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The Trump administration has withdrawn $400 million in grant funding previously allocated to Columbia University.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 […]
Read MoreWhat’s an unexpected class you took for your major?
What’s an unexpected class you’ve taken for your major? I’m currently pursuing a degree in Dental Hygiene. My college offers a summer semester that lasts about 7 or 8 weeks, but not all classes are available. Luckily, my state has a program that allows anyone over 25 to attend college […]
Read MoreI’m a Biomajor, I suck at math and afraid my dad will force me to be an electrician if I fail a math class again.
I’m a Biology major in my first year of college, and I really struggle with math. Most of my tuition is covered by the Michigan College Guarantee program, but I’m worried about my math classes. While I excel in science and English, my math scores are so low that I […]
Read MoreCollege Weight Gain After Injury
Navigating College Weight Gain After an Injury Hey everyone, I’m a 19-year-old college student and soccer player, and I wanted to share something that’s been challenging for me lately. I’ve never had to deal with weight gain before, but after recently spraining my ankle, I’ve noticed a change for the […]
Read MoreHow can you tell that a classmate actually wants to be your friend?
How can you tell if a classmate genuinely wants to be your friend? Throughout my college journey, I’ve noticed that people rarely approach me first, probably because I tend to keep to myself and may come off as unfriendly. However, there’s one classmate who has been quite friendly towards me. […]
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