Schools and Colleges

Attention CS majors who opted for private universities instead of leading public institutions—what influenced your choice? I’m referring to private universities such as Vanderbilt, Washington University in St. Louis, or Notre Dame, as opposed to public schools like Georgia Tech, Purdue, or the University of Michigan. As a transfer student, […]

I decided to drop a class this semester. I tried to make it work, but I found myself staying up until 3-4 am four nights a week. Today, I officially withdrew from the course since I can still get a refund on my tuition. During the day, I take care […]

General Advice for Handling Roommate Conflicts from an RA Hey r/college! I’ve been following this sub for a while and noticed numerous posts about dealing with roommate issues. As an RA, I’d like to share some general advice on how to navigate these conflicts. Open Communication – This is key. […]

Even with the uncertainties surrounding college and education, I choose to maintain a positive outlook! I wanted to share my thoughts on the current situation. For a while, I found myself obsessively checking the news for updates from the Department of Education and the latest comments from the person in […]

How can you tell if your academic writing has taken a downturn? Lately, I’ve been feeling like my essay writing has slipped. I know this is a common worry among students and that it often may not be the case, but what if it is true? Perhaps I’m just out […]

Has anyone noticed long-term effects from switching to digital note-taking? Hey everyone! I’m a first-year student, and during the winter term, I started taking notes on my iPad with an Apple Pencil after using paper for most of my life. I’ve never felt more organized and focused in class. However, […]

Time Management I’m not currently a college student, but I have a question I’d like to ask. Is it feasible to manage studying for a good GPA in college while also working part-time and developing some personal skills? For instance, imagine you’re a physics major who also has a passion […]

Experiencing Hand Pain—What Are My Options? I’ve been dealing with a ganglion cyst on the inside of my wrist on my dominant hand for over a year. Typically, it’s painless, and if I do feel discomfort, it usually fades quickly. However, yesterday the pain intensified significantly. I thought it would […]

Navigating Three Summer Classes – Seeking Advice/Support Hi everyone! I’m in a bit of a tough spot. This summer, I’m enrolled in three classes: two independent studies and one education course. Honestly, I’d prefer not to take on this load, but it feels like there’s a lot of pressure to […]