Making Friends at the Community College Library: Is It Possible? Navigating social interactions can be daunting, especially as an adult returning to education. Recently, I’ve found myself contemplating an interesting question: Can I make friends at the local community college library even though I’m not a student there? At 23, […]
Read MoreIs it wrong to pursue asian studies as a white girl?
Navigating Cultural Interests: Is Pursuing Asian Studies Right for Me? As I prepare to embark on my college journey, I’ve found myself reflecting on my academic interests and passions. One area that has caught my attention is Asian studies. At 18, I’m eager to explore a minor that dives deep […]
Read MoreIs it normal to be so overloaded that you don’t sleep for days to get things done?
The Pressure to Perform: Are We Sacrificing Sleep for Success? In today’s fast-paced educational landscape, it’s not uncommon to hear about students pushing themselves to the limit in order to excel. Recently, a friend of mine, who is a dedicated grader, was sharing their experience of managing an overwhelming workload. […]
Read MoreHow do you deal with roommates who never leave their room?
Navigating Roommate Dynamics: Finding Balance in Shared Spaces Living with a roommate can be an enriching experience, but sometimes it presents unique challenges. As a sophomore at a college on the East Coast, I’ve encountered a situation that many students face: a roommate who hardly ever leaves her room. Initially, […]
Read MoreAre people genuinely doing all these readings??
The Reading Dilemma: Are Students Really Keeping Up? As the semester kicks off, many students find themselves buried under a mountain of reading assignments. This was certainly the case for a recent class I attended, where our professor assigned an overwhelming 200 pages from six different papers—all due the following […]
Read MoreShould I switch classes? Someone in my class makes me really uncomfortable.
Navigating Awkward Situations: To Switch Classes or Not? Hello everyone, I hope you’re all doing well! I find myself in a bit of a dilemma and could use your insights. As a third-year student, I’ve just received my class roster, and it turns out that one of my classmates is […]
Read MoreCan I Refer to all My Professors as “Professor Lastname”?
Navigating Titles: Should You Call Your Professors “Professor Lastname”? When it comes to addressing your college instructors, it can sometimes feel a bit daunting to determine which title you should use. Is it acceptable to refer to all of your professors as “Professor Lastname”? Let’s dive into this common yet […]
Read MoreHow the f*ck am I meant to afford this?
Title: Navigating the Financial Challenges of Starting College: Seeking Solutions As I approach my 20th birthday and prepare for my college journey next month, the weight of financial stress is becoming increasingly overwhelming. My family situation is complex; my parents have been distant and abusive, leaving me to navigate these […]
Read MoreIs it possible for me to go by a different name in college?
Embracing a New Identity: Choosing a Different Name in College Starting college is an exciting chapter in life, filled with new adventures and opportunities for self-discovery. If you’re feeling uncertain about your name—perhaps because it’s difficult to pronounce or doesn’t resonate with your identity—you might be considering going by a […]
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