Schools and Colleges

Thinking about switching my major Currently, I’m majoring in biology – a choice I made because I enjoyed it in high school. However, my true passion lies in aerospace, a field I’ve always been fascinated by and have a fair amount of knowledge about. I’ve been considering transitioning to aerospace […]

Finding the Right Work/School Balance I’m trying to figure out which job to take that will offer the best flexibility while I pursue nursing school. Here are my options: Option 1: Psych Tech – 8-hour shifts, 5 days a week, overnight. – Directly related to my goal of becoming a […]

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 […]