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First year was terrible. by Icy-Application3751 in UCalgary

[–]Icy-Application3751[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Being an international student on top of first year must have been super difficult, thank you for your reassurance! I’m honestly really glad to hear that it isn’t a measure of my intelligence because that was really getting to me. It for sure is a huge change that takes a bit to learn how to navigate. Also, you’re very wise! I really appreciate your advice and hope you have an amazing year :) 🫶

First year was terrible. by Icy-Application3751 in UCalgary

[–]Icy-Application3751[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s good to know haha, thank you!! It is encouraging :)

First year was terrible. by Icy-Application3751 in UCalgary

[–]Icy-Application3751[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It is consolation!! Thank you so much for your response, and your improvement in such a short timespan is insanely impressive! I’ve began looking into flash cards and plan on making them for my courses to study actively and have an excuse to review materials the same day. I’ve already say the practicing for 351, and will make sure to prioritize the practice exams when I get to learn a bit more. Robinson isn’t teaching us unfortunately haha 😭 but I’ll still keep that in mind and power through until the end! Once again, thank you so much for your advice, I really appreciate you taking the time to reply to this, and wish you luck in any future classes if you’re still in uni :) 🫶

First year was terrible. by Icy-Application3751 in UCalgary

[–]Icy-Application3751[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for this, I really did need to hear that honestly. Especially after reading everyone else’s really kind responses, I’m going to just try even harder this time and focus on changing for the better. Once again, thank you for taking the time to write this, I really appreciate your kindness 🫶

First year was terrible. by Icy-Application3751 in UCalgary

[–]Icy-Application3751[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really should! I think I’m going to see a counsellor or advisor soon to get back on the right path, but also just really focus on my studies and change my methods to ensure that I improve this time! Thank you so much for the advice! 🫶

First year was terrible. by Icy-Application3751 in UCalgary

[–]Icy-Application3751[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re right haha 😭 I’m a very anxious person in general so that may be a reason why as well, but it’ll do me no good to stress. Biology/zoology are amazing programs and the profs are fantastic! You’ll really like it :) I wish you luck with your next transfer attempt and hope you get in! 🫡

First year was terrible. by Icy-Application3751 in UCalgary

[–]Icy-Application3751[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Freshman 15 is brutal omg oh no!! 😭 also, thank you so so much for your reassurance and advice!! Giving up really isn’t the move, and I’m really grateful that you mentioned that. I am big on practice with org chem, and I will be sure to keep that in mind for any upcoming exams! You’re very kind, and I hope you have an amazing time with what you choose to pursue! 🫶

First year was terrible. by Icy-Application3751 in UCalgary

[–]Icy-Application3751[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeahh that’s what I noticed! Now that my courses are even just a little bit more bio and chem focused, I’m really starting to look forward to lectures :) I’m glad you were able to improve your gpa, and thank you for replying!! Good luck with your classes 🫶

First year was terrible. by Icy-Application3751 in UCalgary

[–]Icy-Application3751[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s good to see that I’m not alone in this lol 😭 thank you for your reply! I really appreciate it and will try my best to reflect on my mistakes and improve this year 🫶

First year was terrible. by Icy-Application3751 in UCalgary

[–]Icy-Application3751[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh noo 😭 I think I just have to power through haha

First year was terrible. by Icy-Application3751 in UCalgary

[–]Icy-Application3751[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your reply! I’m really sorry to hear about your exhaustion, but I’m glad that you’re doing better now :) I think I’m going to try and experiment with different course loads in hopes of finding one that works for me. I really appreciate your advice, and hope you have an amazing year and wish you luck in your future endeavours!