What’s an unexpected class you took for your major? I’m currently majoring in Dental Hygiene, and at my college, we have a summer semester that lasts about 7 to 8 weeks, but not all classes are available during that time. Luckily, my state has a program that offers free college […]
Read MoreI’m a Biomajor, I suck at math and afraid my dad will force me to be an electrician if I fail a math class again.
I’m a biology major in my first year of college, and I’m struggling with math. My father has insisted that if I fail another math class, he might push me to drop out of college and pursue a career as an electrician instead, which terrifies me. Although I excel in […]
Read MoreCollege Weight Gain After Injury
Navigating Weight Gain After an Injury Hey everyone! I’m a 19-year-old female college student and soccer player, and I’ve been dealing with a pretty tough situation lately. Up until now, I’ve never had to think about my weight, but after recently spraining my ankle quite severely, I’ve begun to see […]
Read MoreHow can you tell that a classmate actually wants to be your friend?
How can you tell if a classmate genuinely wants to be your friend? Throughout my college experience, I’ve noticed that people rarely approach me first. I tend to keep to myself, and I probably come across as unfriendly because of it. However, there’s one classmate who has been consistently friendly […]
Read MoreProfessor making online class have in person tests midway through the semester
Concern About In-Person Tests for Online Class Mid-Semester Hi all, My boyfriend is currently enrolled in fully online classes while balancing a full-time job during the day. He just received an email stating that one of his professors is now requiring in-person tests on Mondays from 2-6 PM. Previously, these […]
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Graduation Dress Dilemma Hey everyone! I’m set to graduate with my B.S. on May 1, and I’m trying to decide what to wear. Last time, for my A.A., I wore a green dress that matched my robes. I had intended to go with a white dress this time, but unfortunately, […]
Read MoreCareer Resource (United States)
Career Resource (United States) Hello everyone, Even though this sub-Reddit is focused on college topics, I wanted to share a valuable resource. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics offers extensive information on various careers, including educational requirements and job projections across the country. Check it out here: https://www.bls.gov/
Read Morecourses you wish to take vs. courses for your major
Title: Balancing Passion and Major Requirements Hi everyone! I’m new to this subreddit and have a question that’s been on my mind lately. As an incoming freshman, I’m curious about the flexibility in choosing classes during my first year. Can I select any courses I like (similar to high school), […]
Read MoreFinally got through to my parents how ridiculously expensive college is now
I finally managed to get through to my parents about how outrageously expensive college has become. My mom attended an in-state four-year university in the early 80s, and my dad received a full-ride scholarship in the late 2000s (he went back to school later in life). They kept discouraging me […]
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