Navigating Office Hours: Beyond Questions and Answers Many students find themselves pondering the purpose of office hours, especially when they don’t have pressing questions. You might be wondering, “Why should I attend when I could just wait for class?” It’s a common dilemma, and recognizing the value of these informal interactions can transform your academic […]
Navigating Group Presentation Challenges: What You Need to Know Group projects can often bring unexpected hurdles, especially when you’re relying on a partner to contribute equally. It can be frustrating when a teammate doesn’t show up, but what are your options when presentation day arrives and you find yourself alone? Recently, a student faced the […]
Navigating Office Hours: How to Prepare for Your Meeting with a Professor It’s not uncommon to feel a wave of anxiety when a professor requests a meeting to discuss your paper, especially if you’re uncertain about the reason behind it. Recently, I found myself in a similar situation—my professor asked me to attend office hours, […]
Understanding the Dwindling Engagement: A Call to Conversation Hello everyone, As a professor in the humanities at a liberal arts college, my passion for the subject and my admiration for my students remain unwavering. Most of the courses I teach cater to students deeply invested in their chosen field of study. However, it has become […]
Navigating Final Exam Challenges: What to Do When Time is Against You It’s that time of year again—final exams are looming, and like many students, my husband is facing some unexpected hurdles. He needs to complete an online class final by the 11th, but the catch? The exam must be taken at the college’s testing […]
Understanding the Rising Costs of College: A Decade of Increasing Tuition As we navigate the landscape of higher education, one question frequently arises: Why are college tuition rates soaring? Over the past decade, many students and families have experienced unprecedented hikes in educational expenses, prompting a deeper examination of the factors driving these costs skyward. […]
Navigating the Paradox of Teaching and Testing: Why I Sometimes Score Lower Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you’re helping others excel academically, only to find that your own exam scores don’t reflect your efforts? It’s a perplexing scenario I encounter often, and I can’t be the only one experiencing this. Time […]
Weighing the Decision: Should I Register for My Final Exam? Hello, everyone! I find myself in a bit of a dilemma regarding my upcoming final exam, and I wanted to share my thoughts while also seeking some advice. As many of you know, finals can often be a source of stress and uncertainty, but for […]
Transforming Homework from a Chore to an Enjoyable Task If you’re like many students, you may have found yourself struggling to stay motivated to complete homework assignments, even if you’ve been consistently achieving good grades. It’s not uncommon to experience moments when external circumstances, like a hectic lifestyle or personal challenges, drain your energy and […]
Exploring the Triple Minor Dilemma: A Personal Journey in Academia As a passionate public health major, I’m constantly immersed in a field that excites me. Yet, I find my curiosity extending beyond the boundaries of my primary discipline, leading me to consider the possibility of adding three minors in Biology, Psychology, and English. While pursuing […]