why is literally every other computer down in cameron main AND basement 😭 why are all other floors under construction ALL TOGETHER 😭 why is the 4th floor taking 2 years to renovate 😭 i just want a computer 😔💔

If you're a first year or anyone struggling right now, I want you to know it's possible to come back from this. I graduated in 2022 with my Engineering degree after starting with a 1.5 GPA in my first semester. It wasn't easy, but it was worth it. Lock in, and don't count yourself out.

We all live like max 90 years and then get forgotten in like 20 and then the sun explodes after that lol

I just got back my exam grade for an exam, and i'm so confused what happened, I thought I did decent, and when the prof posted the answer key, I was like i did decent for sure and I got back my grade and it was significantly lower than I expected, idk what happened, i'm just not sure what happened, and just spiralling rn. Idk what to do man, the average was high and I just feel cooked, and I just dont have anyone I can mention this to, just so lost. I just feel ashamed

Hey guys any one in film or has an interest in making videos I have a project I’m working on would love to work with people who have the same interests.

So, I wanna do well on this upcoming midterm like how everyone says this class is an “easy A”, but the last midterm I scored a B which honestly upsetted me after creating notes and watching all the lectures. And the fact it’s open book and I still didn’t score how I wanted. Any advice ?

I’m a first year and have no friends, even though I live in residence. I have a couple acquaintances in res but I still go several days at a time without having any actual conversations and I’m sick of it. I always hear that people make friends in the first couple weeks of school and don’t bother afterwards, so is it too late for me to start chopping it up with some random person beside me in lecture? Also, is it too late to join clubs? Is it even possible to join clubs at this point in the year? Honestly how the hell do people make friends because not having any is making me lose my mind!!!

What is there to do during halloweekend?? (Fri Oct 30 and Sat Oct 31st) Do people dress up during class time as well?

What are y’all going as? 👀👀

I think I tripped the breaker in my room at plh.

I submitted a maintaince request but I'm not sure how quickly the do things. Would it be better to contact my ra/ra on shift for a more simple fix like this?

I'm not sure if I should call the urgent requests phone number. I still have lights and heating. Just no power from any outlet.

I'm in my late 20s and I find it hard to start new friendships. I like dancing and would love to try new hobbies and boardgames.

If anyone interested, please reply or send me a private message!

Anyone know if we have to know outline 4 for the 2nd midterm?

The parking fee here on campus is way too high. I've parked a couple times on Whyte ave but the walk from there is about 20 minutes. And busses are always delayed. I was wondering if anyone knows a free parking zone or street near campus where parking is free.

Ok I know it’s midterm season still for some but now that some of us have gotten through the midterm grind and have spent time in class…what are your fave classes so far? Any fun or engaging recommendations to keep an eye out for winter term or even spring?

I’ll go first, I’m enjoying INTD 101. However it’s a pretty structured asynchronous class and tbh the seminars we have to attend hosted by the TAs are honestly pretty useless but it’s an easy participation mark. Course is listed as bisynchronous because of them but that’s the only time you have to interact with others.

Any prof recs?

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Does anyone know if UofA has any online electives you can take throughout the year that aren’t tied to a specific semester? Like self paced courses that still count for credit towards your degree. I’ve heard about the online dino/paleo courses but not sure if those count.

How is the class in terms of workload? Is it similar to NS 201 and 115 where it’s open book and online?

I have the chem 211 midterm this week and have heard a lot on Harynuk's midterm not reflecting the practice and being very difficult. To the people that have taken this class with him in the past, just wanted to get some advice on how you guys prepared for the exam and whether the practice he gives is good on its own? Or should I be focusing more on the textbook?

I’m deciding between Carleton and UofA for CS, and I asked this in the Carleton sub too, so time to ask here. I really like both schools, I like UofA slightly better (I toured it) but I’m touring Carleton soon. I get really mixed answers whenever I ask anyone I know if I should pick Carleton or UofA, some say UofA cuz of the research and name, others say Carleton because of the location and co-op.

Since I’m going to be far from home (I’m a U.S. student from Massachusetts with canadian citizenship), I want to know what people actually do outside of just straight school. Obviously academics are the main priority, but what do people do outside of just class and studying? What’s life in residence like? What’s student life like?? I do a lot of theatre as well, and are there opportunities to do that as a hobby?

Anything helps. I just want to know what anyone does for fun.

Anyone know the midterm2 cutoff for prof. Chalfioux class.

Hello,
I am looking for a training partner for boxing/mma type of training.
Im busy with work so i cant go to an actual boxing gym.
If anyone wants to work out together, maybe do some pads and everything, it would be cool.

Yo, guys!
I’m a first-year UofA student in Molecular, Cellular & Developmental Biology. I originally picked it because I was interested in genetics/biomedicine and thought about dental school or working in hospital labs after. But now I’m realizing that finding a decent-paying job with just a BSc might be pretty tough. Even with a master’s, I don’t see many opportunities paying over $50–60k, which isn’t really what I’m looking for.

I’m thinking about switching to Geology, Geophysics, or Earth Sciences while I’m still in my first year. Has anyone made a similar switch, was it worth it? How are things going after graduation?

Also, is there anyone from Biology, Biochem, or Chemistry grads here? What are you doing now? How’s the pay and job market? Any regrets?

I’m also considering Engineering, but I’m worried it might be too much and I don't want to reapply, since it's easier to make a change in science department.

For context: (F) I’m getting closer to 30, don’t wanna waste another 4 years and perhaps masters on a degree with limited job prospects, and definitely don’t plan on doing a PhD.

Would love to hear your experiences! Feel free to comment or DM me. Thanks!
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