I’ve been feeling like I haven’t made much progress in my medical studies. Currently, I’m in my sixth semester (though technically it’s my ninth since I’ve had to retake some courses), and I can’t shake the feeling that I’m lagging behind my classmates and friends. Topics like anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and clinical examination seem to […]
Impact of Department of Education Layoffs on Study Abroad Programs Today, I met with my study abroad advisor to discuss our upcoming summer program, and what I heard was deeply concerning. Just two days ago, the Federal Government laid off all employees involved in administering the FLAS (Foreign Language and Area Studies fellowships) scholarship applications. […]
Which degree should I choose? 20F here, feeling unsure about my future path. I struggle with a major anxiety disorder, and it often feels like no matter what I choose, I’m set up to fail or that my job will eventually be taken over by AI. I’m not the most ambitious person and I prefer […]
How did you choose your major? I’m currently considering becoming a physics major, but I’m thinking about switching because I’m not feeling the same passion for Physics that I had in high school. Any advice on how to choose a new major?
I’m struggling with tests that are based on materials I’m not given. Here’s a brief overview of my situation: Test 1: I was caught off guard by the questions. When I asked the teacher about the materials being covered, they turned out to be different from what I was initially told. The test still didn’t […]
Connecting with Others in the Dorms I recently relocated to a new dormitory due to some health concerns. This place has 8 floors, each with its own study rooms. I’ve started to meet a few girls, but they’re more into the party scene with drugs, which isn’t my vibe. I’m really hoping to find like-minded […]
What is college like in the summer? Are summer courses significantly different from those held during the academic year?
Double Major or Pursue a Master’s? Hello everyone! I’m considering dual majoring in economics and computer science, as I believe this combination could open up many opportunities for me. I’m passionate about computer science and have recently developed a strong interest in economics. However, during my research, I’ve encountered some negative views regarding economics degrees, […]
Question about NelNet Credit Balance I financed my Community College semester in January for five classes totaling $1,300. I made an upfront payment of $660 and planned to pay $330 for two additional months for the remaining balance. However, by the end of February, I decided to pursue trade school instead and dropped three of […]
Struggling to Make Friends in College As a non-traditional transfer student from a community college in Texas, I made the leap to a four-year university at 23. Now, as I approach graduation in May, I can’t shake the feeling that I’ve missed out on building friendships during my time here. Despite trying to connect with […]