Are you experienced with interdisciplinary studies? I’m a first-year Community College student on a STEM track, but I’ve recently developed an interest in pursuing an interdisciplinary or multidisciplinary major. My research indicates that these programs can vary significantly depending on the college. While I enjoy my STEM courses, I’m also […]
Read MorePros and cons of graduating early?
Pros and Cons of Graduating Early I’m currently a third-year undergraduate student, but I’ve accumulated enough credits to be considered a senior. I have six courses left to complete my degree, but I prefer not to take them all in one go since I’ve found that five classes is my […]
Read MoreWhy won’t my parents make me drop college for a bit to work?
Why don’t my parents support my decision to take a break from college to work? I approached them about pausing my studies during my second year to focus on earning some extra money. The reality is that my current class schedule, which runs from 8 AM to 7:30 PM, makes […]
Read MoreStressed about Homework and Graduating
Feeling Overwhelmed by Homework and Graduation Worries Since starting school in September 2020, I’ve managed to accumulate only 75 credits by the end of this semester (which ends in April). I struggled through my first and second years, failing multiple courses, and while I didn’t fully grasp the impact of […]
Read MoreWould I be able to get out of the hole I dug for myself?
Can I turn things around after getting into a tough spot? I’m a freshman working towards my Bachelor’s in Computer Science / IT and currently taking five classes this Spring: Computer Science II, Discrete Math II, Ethics, Java Programming, and Composition I. Unfortunately, I’ve fallen behind in my Java and […]
Read MoreI struggle between studying to learn and studying to pass the test.
I’m caught in a dilemma between studying for understanding and studying solely to pass exams. Lately, I’ve been reflecting on this issue. At my college, there seems to be a distinct separation between genuinely learning and merely passing tests. For example, many of my lectures rely on textbooks but are […]
Read MoreA classmate refused to work on our research paper. I refuse to give him credit.
I’m facing a frustrating situation with a classmate regarding our research paper, and I’m at a crossroads about how to handle it. Just to give you some context, I’m a BPT (physiotherapy) student in my final semester. As part of my requirements, I need to complete a research seminar with […]
Read MoreSince I came to college I realized that I like being alone– is that a bad thing?
Since starting college, I’ve come to the realization that I actually enjoy being alone— is that a problem? Hi, I’m Ivy, and I wanted to share my thoughts on a recent discovery about myself. Back in high school, I had this idea that college would be all about parties, drinking, […]
Read MoreHow many courses/credits would I commonly take during a four week summer session?
How many courses or credits should I expect to take during a four-week summer session? To give you some background, I’m an international student who will have just completed high school in my home country this summer. I’m considering enrolling in a college for a few weeks to gain some […]
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