Schools and Colleges

My $24k Scholarship May Have Changed My Life for the Worse Hi everyone, I’m a 19-year-old sophomore majoring in Chemical Engineering, and I’m at a challenging crossroads right now. After failing my physics midterm (though I still have a C overall), I find myself contemplating dropping out. This semester has […]

Advice on College Debt Hey everyone! I’m excited to share that I’ll be starting at GCU this spring. However, I’m facing the reality of potentially graduating with around $50,000 in debt after a four-year program. Is this a manageable amount for the fields I’m interested in—mechanical, electrical, or software engineering? […]

PreCalc Help Needed (Posting on behalf of my daughter) Hi everyone! I’m an 18-year-old sophomore at community college. During my sophomore year of high school, I was homeschooled and later completed a relaxed online program to graduate as a junior. When I started community college, I attempted precalculus, but it […]

I really need a break from socializing. I’m getting worn out from all the weekends spent with my roommate’s friends. What started as occasional get-togethers has turned into a regular routine of going out to eat every weekend, and I’m just not up for it anymore. I crave the comfort […]

Does age play a role in college friendships for you? When I was 16, I took my first class on a university campus, and I’ve noticed that an increasing number of students are now starting their college journey as early as 14, 15, or 16 years old. In my community, […]

Are we meant to discover lifelong friends in college? I can’t be the only one feeling like it’s tough to connect with others, both romantically and platonically. I’ve joined multiple clubs and had two different sets of roommates. While I genuinely appreciate them all, they’re more like acquaintances to me […]

A Fun Guide to Discovering the Best Restrooms on Campus for a Quick Break Spring break has me cooped up at home, so I thought I’d share some tips for those of you who might be in need of a reliable restroom outside your dorms—especially if you’re dealing with lactose […]

I feel like I’m losing my mind! Am I overreacting here? Let me give you some context: My sister, my mother, and my aunt are all teachers, and I work in a high school alongside other educators. I’m currently taking an online English writing class that runs from January to […]

Seeking Volunteering Advice Hello everyone! I’m currently studying at a university in Canada and eager to gain experience and develop new skills through volunteering. However, I’ve run into a bit of a hurdle: many organizations ask for at least two references that aren’t family or friends, and I don’t have […]