Navigating Awkward Situations: What to Do When Your Friend Group Changes As we transition into new chapters of our lives, the dynamics within our social circles can shift dramatically. Recently, I experienced a significant change in my friendships when my freshman year group distanced themselves from me following my breakup. […]
Read MoreI cannot remember one time I’ve looked back at a picture I’ve taken of a whiteboard in my entire 4 years of college
The Forgotten Art of Whiteboard Photography: A Reflection on My College Experience As I reflect on my four years of college, a curious trend emerges: I cannot recall a single instance where I reviewed a photograph I snapped of a whiteboard. It’s an intriguing realization that speaks volumes about our […]
Read MoreThe reminder to “be respectful” in online class discussion posts
The Importance of Respectful Discourse in Online Class Discussions Over the past two years, I have immersed myself in a full-time online learning environment, engaging in numerous asynchronous classes that heavily emphasize participation through discussion posts. A consistent feature of each course syllabus is the section dedicated to fostering respectful […]
Read MoreHow much did you drink in college
Reflecting on College Drinking Habits: A Personal Journey As I approach the final stages of my college experience, I find myself reflecting on my drinking habits over the past few years. Throughout my time at university, I’ve indulged in alcoholic beverages regularly, typically enjoying a weekly night of revelry. Occasionally, […]
Read MoreVoice gets shaky during presentations and reading out loud
Overcoming Presentation Anxiety: Conquering Shaky Voices and Stumbling Words We’ve all been there—standing in front of a class, heart racing, palms sweating, and suddenly feeling as if your voice is betraying you. For many, the thought of delivering a presentation can evoke feelings of dread and self-doubt. If you’re struggling […]
Read MoreI went from failing my first semester at college to getting into the honors program and I’m pretty proud of myself :)
From Setbacks to Success: My Journey Through College Reflecting on my academic journey has revealed a path filled with trials, perseverance, and impressive achievements that I’m eager to share. I transitioned from a tumultuous college start to gaining acceptance into an honors program, and I can’t help but feel proud […]
Read MoreMissed my midterm. What do I do?
Navigating the Aftermath of Missing a Midterm: What Should You Do? Life can sometimes throw us unexpected challenges, and for students, missing a midterm can feel particularly daunting. Recently, I found myself in this very situation, and I wanted to share my experience in hopes it might help others who […]
Read MoreHow to tell strict parents you want to drop out
Navigating the Difficult Conversation: Telling Strict Parents You Want to Drop Out of College Making the decision to drop out of college, especially when facing strict parental expectations, can be incredibly challenging. If you find yourself in a situation where your mental and physical health are suffering, and your academic […]
Read Moremy parents just told me that even though we have enough to send me to school, we don’t have any money for me to move out and live there
Navigating Financial Challenges Before University: My Journey As the excitement of starting university in Vancouver approaches, I’ve found myself facing an unexpected hurdle regarding finances. Despite my parents’ reassurance that they can support my schooling, they’ve recently revealed that while there is a substantial college fund of $50,000 earmarked for […]
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