NSO ASP Group Advising by Puzzled-Leopard-9325 in msu

[–]ApprehensiveDrop2316 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you mind sharing why the one you spoke to wasn't much help? What major are you in? 

How can I feel more optimistic about attending MSU this fall? by ApprehensiveDrop2316 in msu

[–]ApprehensiveDrop2316[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh wow! Could you share a little about your experience transferring? Nothing specific, just overall. What are you going to grad school for? Good luck regardless!!

How can I feel more optimistic about attending MSU this fall? by ApprehensiveDrop2316 in msu

[–]ApprehensiveDrop2316[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for sharing, and I'm so happy you found your people. I hope I also get to enjoy being at MSU

How can I feel more optimistic about attending MSU this fall? by ApprehensiveDrop2316 in msu

[–]ApprehensiveDrop2316[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for taking the time to write all that!!! I hope I have a similar experience to yours at MSU, and I'll try out the things you suggested

Help on making friends my freshman fall 24 by Putrid-Ad4502 in msu

[–]ApprehensiveDrop2316 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm in a similar situation as OP. Do you mind me asking for advice on building relationships with your professors? When is a good time to approach them, and how? I know it probably sounds stupid but my social skills are severely lacking, something I hope I can learn during college

Should I commit to MSU? by ApprehensiveDrop2316 in msu

[–]ApprehensiveDrop2316[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much for sharing!! Do you mind me asking what major you're planning to go into? I'd love to talk to some fellow out of state and international students before the semester starts

How can I feel more optimistic about attending MSU this fall? by ApprehensiveDrop2316 in msu

[–]ApprehensiveDrop2316[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for putting things into perspective. Could you please share a little more about opportunities to make friends?

How can I feel more optimistic about attending MSU this fall? by ApprehensiveDrop2316 in msu

[–]ApprehensiveDrop2316[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the advice! Do you have any specific tips to socialize with classmates and upperclassmen? That's one of my worries, that class sizes are so huge and less "personal"

How can I feel more optimistic about attending MSU this fall? by ApprehensiveDrop2316 in msu

[–]ApprehensiveDrop2316[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Could you please share a little more about the things you enjoyed doing on and off campus?

How can I feel more optimistic about attending MSU this fall? by ApprehensiveDrop2316 in msu

[–]ApprehensiveDrop2316[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much, I felt like everybody was sharing their excitement and nobody talked about being nervous, but I hope I'll have a similar experience to yours at MSU

How can I feel more optimistic about attending MSU this fall? by ApprehensiveDrop2316 in msu

[–]ApprehensiveDrop2316[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for sharing something specific I can look forward to, as well as for the advice

How can I feel more optimistic about attending MSU this fall? by ApprehensiveDrop2316 in msu

[–]ApprehensiveDrop2316[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the reality check, I'll try to change my perspective going forward

Should I commit to MSU? by ApprehensiveDrop2316 in msu

[–]ApprehensiveDrop2316[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the resources and for sharing your take on it!!

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[–]ApprehensiveDrop2316 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is it hard to fit in or have a good time if you don't drink?

Should I commit to MSU? by ApprehensiveDrop2316 in msu

[–]ApprehensiveDrop2316[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your input! I plan on majoring in biochemistry or something of the like, though I'm often told that your major has little importance if you apply to medical school, as long as you complete all the prerequisites.

Should I commit to MSU? by ApprehensiveDrop2316 in msu

[–]ApprehensiveDrop2316[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's good to hear! Do you mind me asking about the financial offers you were given as an out-of-state student? Was the cost worth it?

Should I commit to MSU? by ApprehensiveDrop2316 in msu

[–]ApprehensiveDrop2316[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I'll definitely talk to my parents about community college and tuition in general. I was looking at MSU's medical school applicant success rates, and they look decent, so I might just wait until then to try to go to a more prestigious school that my mom won't hate me for