Schools and Colleges

Am I being unreasonable for feeling so uneasy about the idea of living with roommates? Is it something you can adapt to quickly? I realize that many of us will eventually have to live with others due to the high cost of renting, but the thought makes me uncomfortable. The […]

Is visiting your parents weekly excessive? I typically spend Sundays at home with my mom, who is a single parent, and since I’m an only child, we have a strong bond and stay connected through daily calls and texts. I usually stay until early Monday morning before heading back to […]

Navigating Life After Loss Hey everyone, A few weeks ago, I lost my twin unexpectedly, and I’ve been home with my family during this difficult time. I’m in school about 1500 miles away, and I initially planned to stay home until summer break due to other commitments. I’m incredibly thankful […]

Should I Drop My Math Class? Seeking Advice Hey everyone! I’m currently in my spring semester at community college, taking Calculus 2, Chemistry, Physics, and Ethnic Studies. I’m excited to share that I’ve been accepted to Long Beach for Environmental Engineering this fall! However, I’m feeling quite overwhelmed right now. […]

A big shoutout to all the hardworking dining hall staff! I attend a small campus, so our dining hall is cozy and doesn’t get as crowded as larger ones. Recently, I visited a bigger campus during my Spring break, and I was amazed by the constant stream of people in […]

Trump Administration Halts $400 Million in Grants to Columbia University

I recently dropped a class, and now I’m feeling a bit lost and disappointed in myself. I’m attending community college and was enrolled in four classes, totaling 12 units. My major is art, and one of my classes was Drawing 101, which I really enjoyed, but the four-hour, early morning […]

Freshman Summer Course Dilemma Hey everyone! I’m trying to decide between taking Organic Chemistry (OChem 008A and 008B) or Physics (Phys 002A and 002B) over the summer of my freshman year. I know that whichever courses I choose will appear on my transcript, and I’m curious to know if medical […]

How can I make the switch from handwriting notes to typing them effectively? I’m currently 24 and have struggled with severe OCD since childhood, which has affected me in numerous ways, including my approach to notetaking. Like many people, I tend to retain information better when I’m jotting down notes […]