Schools and Colleges

Title: Finding Friends in Community College (or “Further Education” in Ireland) I’m currently in a class full of mature students, and as someone just out of secondary school, it’s been a challenge to connect with them. I’d really like to make friends outside of class, but the college only offers […]

Subject: Feeling Stuck in My Degree Program — Seeking Advice Hey everyone, I’m currently serving in the military in a cyber role and decided to pursue a degree in computer science using tuition assistance. It seemed like a logical choice given my training. However, I’ve come to realize that I […]

Struggling with class participation grading I’m currently taking a class where participation counts for 10% of my grade, and as someone who is quite introverted, it’s been a source of anxiety for me. I also have autism, which means I sometimes miss social cues. I make an effort to raise […]

Does sharing your journey with friends keep you motivated? While some individuals can maintain discipline independently, others thrive when part of a supportive group. Do you believe that observing your friends’ progress—like their daily updates and commitment levels—could help you stay on course? And would having your friends witness your […]

Do college students utilize the Learning Center to explore new subjects? While I understand that many seek tutoring for assistance with their current classes, I’m interested to know if any of you are using it to dive into topics outside your coursework.

I’m feeling uncertain about my major right now. I have about two years left until I graduate, but I don’t really enjoy the subject I’m studying. Some people suggest that I should continue with it, as my feelings might change, especially during my required internship. Is it possible for me […]

Is living alone a bad choice? I’m a 19-year-old in college, and I’ve always preferred my own space over having roommates. This preference stems from my fear of having a bad living situation, and unfortunately, that fear became a reality when my first-year roommate turned out to be terrible. It […]

How do you choose between two passions? I’ve been to college multiple times, and each time, my goals have shifted. Medical has always been my primary focus, aiming to become a PA or a doctor (not interested in nursing for a few reasons, and I’m already a CMA). Since childhood, […]

What’s the most embarrassing experience you’ve had in college? I’ll share mine! I decided it would be a good idea to enjoy a 300mg gummy while I was working on my homework alone. Things didn’t go as planned—I ended up outside, feeling completely overwhelmed, shouting, and throwing up on the […]