Schools and Colleges

Title: The Worst College Advice: Learning from Misguided Suggestions Navigating through college can be a challenging experience filled with a wealth of advice—some beneficial and some not so much. While many pieces of advice aim to guide students toward success, others can lead them astray. Let’s delve into some of […]

Navigating Roommate Dynamics: Is It Awkward to Share Space with Someone of the Opposite Gender? As a college student (22M) preparing for this semester, I find myself facing a unique situation: I’m about to be paired with a female roommate. Initially, I was looking at the option of crowded overflow […]

Navigating Roommate Rules: Hosting a Friend in Your Dorm Recently, a friend of mine found himself in a tough spot when he was kicked out of his home. With my assigned roommate leaving just two weeks into the semester, I suddenly found myself in a double room all alone. In […]

How to Boost Your Grades: Tips for Turning Things Around Feeling anxious about your grades after a challenging semester? If you’ve struggled with incomplete assignments or submitted work that didn’t meet expectations, it can be tough to see a clear path to improvement. While it may feel like all hope […]

The Hidden Reality of College Life: A Struggle with Loneliness Have you ever noticed how the typical portrayal of college life often revolves around groups of friends embarking on unforgettable adventures? While this image is captivating, it can feel like a distant fantasy for many of us. Personally, I find […]

Navigating Grief and Uncertainty: A Personal Reflection on Life After Loss It feels surreal to put my thoughts into words, but here I am. Just this past Sunday, I said goodbye to my brother at his funeral after he tragically took his own life. In the aftermath, I’m experiencing a […]

Navigating Roommate Dynamics: Should You Buy Food for Your Roommate? As a college freshman, adjusting to living with a roommate can bring about a range of experiences—both delightful and challenging. One common situation many students face involves the decision around sharing food, especially when financial circumstances vary between roommates. I […]

Navigating College Romance: How Do Students Make It Work? When I first entered college, I had this idealistic vision of meeting my future partner on campus. However, I quickly discovered that a significant number of my peers—probably around 70%—are already in relationships. I can’t help but notice the affectionate wallpapers […]

Navigating Academic Integrity: When You Feel Cheated Academic challenges can often be a series of ups and downs, but when you find yourself in a situation where integrity is compromised, it can be particularly distressing. Recently, I faced a troubling scenario during an in-person final exam for my MS program, […]