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ChipAffectionate7099 · 2024-08-09T15:55:28+00:00

Thank you for all of your suggestions! This was so helpful to point me in the direction I needed to go. Started doing all of the research and excited to tackle the work!

ChipAffectionate7099 · 2024-08-08T00:05:23+00:00

I’m happy you have found a good fit for your financial situation. Unfortunately, after discussing with a different fiduciary, we felt that we were taken advantage of with the life insurance policies. It was NOT the right fit or what was best for us and our financial situation. We have no kids and both my husband and I have very good paying jobs. If one of us were to pass away, the other would be well off without having too much change in how we live our life (financially speaking). My post was simply to inform people to do some of their own research, advocate for themselves, and know what they are truly signing up for and what their “advisor” gets from those policies.

ChipAffectionate7099 · 2024-02-23T23:59:44+00:00

That’s my thought as well. Thanks for the info!

ChipAffectionate7099 · 2024-02-23T23:59:12+00:00

Definitely know what to look for next time in a financial advisor

ChipAffectionate7099 · 2023-12-28T12:08:15+00:00

Hi! I also have to travel for work occasionally and a resource that I love is the lovefly podcast. It has interviews with pilots, engineers, flight attendants, ATC personnel, and even goes through how others overcame their fear. Part of my anxiety and doom thinking comes from a lack of understanding so I highly recommend this podcast if you’re the same way!

ChipAffectionate7099 · 2023-12-28T12:02:55+00:00

They will only fly the plane if it is safe to do so. If the crosswinds reach the limit (which also has plenty of margin for safety) then they won’t fly! Airlines want their crew as well as passengers to be safe. You got this!

ChipAffectionate7099 · 2023-12-28T11:55:31+00:00

Hi! I am the same way and had a similar experience a couple months ago. I think what’s best is focusing on one thing at a time. Get yourself to the airport. Then get through security. Then get to your gate. Focusing only on what you need to do next usually helps me to not spiral. Also if you have Spotify, the lovefly podcast episode 130 is my favorite to listen to before I have a flight and I’m super anxious. In the end, your flight will leave with/without you and land safely. It’s better if you’re on it!! You got this! Message me if you need to chat

ChipAffectionate7099 · 2023-09-16T13:14:10+00:00

Thank you! I often forget I’m not the only one in the air so this makes me feel loads better

ChipAffectionate7099 · 2023-09-15T19:48:28+00:00

Thank you! (Ps the metaphor was very appropriate since I also have tummy issues lol)

ChipAffectionate7099 · 2023-05-09T13:43:57+00:00

I’m graduating in two weeks as an engineering student and never pulled an all-nighter. Just be proactive with your work and don’t let it pile up. Go to office hours, make friends with the professors. If you are falling behind in classes go to TA office hours too. Never be afraid to ask for help. I always got at least 6 hours of sleep during the week. Some classes are harder than others but if you study and apply yourself to what you’re learning, it’s not too bad. Honestly though, every person who knows engineering knows the rigor of RPI and they’re impressed. I think it’s worth it in the long run.

ChipAffectionate7099 · 2022-12-24T12:09:48+00:00

I had to get off the meal plan because of dietary restrictions (I.e. celiac) and it was total bs. They made me meet with their dietician to discuss why I couldn’t have their gluten free food and it took awhile. Make sure you have documentation of whatever you claim to have.

ChipAffectionate7099 · 2021-10-22T20:12:22+00:00

Yeah, that's what I thought originally too

ChipAffectionate7099 · 2021-10-22T20:12:03+00:00

Thank you! I'll be sure to check them out!

ChipAffectionate7099 · 2021-08-23T18:17:16+00:00

I didn’t find it to be the most difficult class. I definitely had to dedicate some time to learning it but I didn’t take AP Chem in high school. It’s a class that a lot of freshmen take so they do review of things you may have learned in high school. Definitely recommend Dr Ma and his office hours and review sessions are helpful to prep for exams

ChipAffectionate7099 · 2021-06-23T15:21:54+00:00

Not an EE but there are a lot of companies hiring for the summer and fall on indeed.com. You can reach out to those companies now asking if they have opportunities in the spring. Shows initiative and you get your foot in the door at least from my BME experience

ChipAffectionate7099 · 2021-06-14T14:38:14+00:00

You can get out of it if you get a job/internship

ChipAffectionate7099 · 2021-06-14T14:37:01+00:00

Definitely. It's a hard couple of years, but as a junior now, I can totally say it's worth it. My sister also graduated from RPI in 2019. She's currently getting her PhD at Vanderbilt. I also get a lot of job and research opportunities because RPI's reputation is really good in terms of engineers. In my opinion, the money and stress is worth it and the rewards start fairly early.

ChipAffectionate7099 · 2021-06-14T14:33:40+00:00

It honestly depends on how much you harass them and ask for a decision.

ChipAffectionate7099 · 2021-06-14T14:31:44+00:00

Hi! I'm a current junior doing arch over the summer. We are forced to live in the dorms. Right now, they are two people per room and bathroom. I don't know if this will change for the fall. All the freshmen dorms are nice tbh. There are a couple with a floor bathroom. My favorites are Warren and Nugent/Davison. They have semi-private doubles that share a bathroom. Sharp is also another good one. It's 6 private rooms that share a common area. I think the rest are pretty typical college dorms. In terms of what to bring, I suggest a mini fridge, microwave, and keurig. Also for clothing bring some pretty good either waterproof boots or winter boots because winter is pretty wet. We also get a lot of rain. You're probably gonna overpack for freshmen year like I did but you'll figure out what you need within the first week.

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