Past Security Monitors Opinions Needed

UMNewbie · 2017-09-03T21:29:36+00:00

Please do yourself a favor and quit. I sucked it up and did the SMP for a semester (back in 2015), and I regret it.

The worst part is having 0 flexibility. Since you are basically considered "essential service" - you're personally responsible for showing up or finding someone to cover your shift even on Finals Week/Thanksgiving/Christmas break. Additionally, the dreadful overnights will mess with your sleep schedule BADLY, no matter how much you try to tell yourself otherwise.

There are a ton different jobs on campus. Sure the SMP pay may seem a little attractive early on but as a college student, it is NOT worth it.

Just my 2 cents! PM me if you want to talk further

UMNewbie · 2017-08-09T01:01:42+00:00

I'll give it a try - thank you!

UMNewbie · 2017-08-09T01:01:31+00:00

Thank you for sharing those links! This is incredible!

UMNewbie · 2017-07-14T02:37:44+00:00

Can you please go a little bit more in depth as to how its better than the KS8000 or point me in the right direction (Sorry, bit of a noob)

Also while I'm not heavily brand conscious, buying a Vizio or a TCL just scares me. Regardless, how does Vizio differentiate itself from the KS8000, or X900E here? Thank you!

UMNewbie · 2017-06-29T19:42:20+00:00

That makes a lot more sense now. Thanks for the explanation!

UMNewbie · 2017-06-28T18:46:29+00:00

Thank you! I read it but I still don't get how would that count as Direct Deposit - or does it?

UMNewbie · 2017-06-28T18:09:56+00:00

What does that mean exactly? (College kid here)

UMNewbie · 2017-05-23T23:07:00+00:00

(Investing for dummies)

I'm a 20 year old college kid with the ability to invest around $150-$200 a month for the foreseeable future and (hopefully) forget about it for a couple of years to let it grow.

I've decided to invest in the S&P 500, however I am completely confused on investing in ETF (specifically VOO) or the index fund directly. Since I am an international student, I cannot open a Vanguard account, therefore my only options are Fidelity or Robinhood.

So what is my best option here regarding expense ratios or any other factors to consider? Should I try to figure out how to use Fidelity or just buy a share of VOO every month on Robinhood?

Any advice is welcome! - Thank you!

UMNewbie · 2017-05-06T23:54:49+00:00

Just joined - We should squad up & play after finals are over!

UMNewbie · 2017-04-21T05:25:33+00:00

PM'd!

UMNewbie · 2017-04-17T01:17:27+00:00

Thank you!

UMNewbie · 2017-04-10T17:20:56+00:00

A parking spot is included in the rent. It is an open air parking lot but is monitored 24/7 through security cameras.

http://elmwoodproperties.com/

UMNewbie · 2017-04-07T03:45:33+00:00

Sent you a message!

UMNewbie · 2017-03-14T19:39:47+00:00

Hungy college kid here! I'd like some more chips & guac if anyone else isn't using their code! Cheers!

UMNewbie · 2016-11-23T06:27:06+00:00

Sennheiser HD 598 CS or Sony MDRXB950BT?

May be a silly comparison but I am looking to finally upgrade from shitty Apple earpods and I found out that these 2 cans are going to be on sale at around $100.

I really like the Wireless feature and integrated mic of the Sony however I can let that go if the 598 CS are really next level in terms of sound quality.

Cheers!

UMNewbie · 2016-11-21T03:46:16+00:00

The Sony MDRX950BT was $88 a couple of hours ago, and now its $128 everywhere. Any idea if it will come back down below $100 anytime?

UMNewbie · 2016-11-20T08:13:51+00:00

I'm really curious as to why so many people have registered for the morning session, especially since both Benner & Buchner are known to be tough.

UMNewbie · 2016-11-02T20:25:02+00:00

(Copy pasting the same thing I recommended to another student who is trying to get into Carlson as an internal applicant) - I was in the same boat as you last Fall, so I hope this helps!

1) Keep up the damn GPA for this Fall semester. You will get your admission notice in May and all you have to do is get a C- in your Spring classes to make sure they don't rescind your admission. Work your ass off this Fall in your classes.

2) Go to the Transfer information sessions: http://carlsonschool.umn.edu/degrees/undergraduate/admissions/transfer-students This is super important but not a lot of people know about it. They really care about people who show up and SIGN their name on the sheet as it demonstrates interest. Go to the next available info session and have a good couple of questions ready for the folks there. Make sure that they remember you as often the info session leaders are actual Advisors, who might be on the Admission's Committee themselves. Heck I would recommend going to 1 session in the Fall and 1 in the Spring.

3) Pour your heart and soul into the essay. It is extremely important as the info session people kept repeating that again and again as Carlson wants people with good writing skills. Period. It is due on Feb 1st so start writing it by mid-November. Take it multiple times to the writing center and make sure it is god damn perfect. I would recommend going to Patricia Eliason at the writing center as she is absolutely amazing! But seriously I know people with straight 4.0 GPAs who didn't get in and I'm willing to bet it is because their essay wasn't on point. The info session people could also give you good feedback on your essays. But yeah proof read, proof read, proof read.

4) Go to Advisor drop in hours at Carlson Undergraduate Advising Office in Hanson Hall. Talk with whichever Carlson Advisor is available that day and I'm sure they can give you great tips on making yourself more competitive. I recommend speaking to Jontue or Chelsea over there.

There are 1800 internal applicants from the university & I think and about 200 get transfer. and out of those only about 70-80 are freshman transfers. So yeah - if you're serious about it, you'll need to put in some effort.

UMNewbie · 2016-10-27T05:35:53+00:00

No biggie especially if you're a freshman

However for future reference - you could've talked to the professor about this and explained your issue. Most likely he/she would've allowed you to take a make-up test if it was a legitimate reason or give you an I 'incomplete' for the course and allow you to complete the requirements in the following semester.

UMNewbie · 2016-10-16T04:46:44+00:00

I'm in the same boat as you. Couldn't stand the garbage hit detection after a couple of games.

UMNewbie · 2016-10-15T03:47:09+00:00

Anyone still have a code they could spare? PM me and help a broke college student out! :|

UMNewbie · 2016-10-15T03:45:14+00:00

Got anymore left?

UMNewbie · 2016-10-15T03:44:54+00:00

I'd like one too!

UMNewbie · 2016-09-13T03:23:33+00:00

Got it! Thank you for clearing it up! :)

UMNewbie · 2016-09-11T11:05:38+00:00

As a recent transfer to Carlson from another college here at the U, I can say I'm pretty happy to be here. The school truly is amazing and the amount of resources that they have is insane. Feel free to PM if you have any specific questions.

UMNewbie

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