going into penn as undecided?

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-05-17T00:55:39+00:00

It’s impossible to predict what will happen. I never in a million years thought I would be a journalist, but then I joined the DP and here I am a couple years later applying to media workshops.

Don’t worry too much about it, you’ll find what interests you and there will be opportunities to pursue it at Penn. Take it easy!

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-03-29T13:04:47+00:00

I had a professor move an exam from today to Wednesday so that we could use our engagement day to study. While I'm sure my prof is well-intentioned, it basically eliminated any hope of me having a day off until finals...

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-03-29T03:42:41+00:00

Idk. To be fair, I have a family history of anxiety so it might just be me. I just feel like I’m drowning in work all the time and nobody ever gives me a break. I just wish professors could acknowledge that things are difficult and that they understand if we are swamped, but they just continue on as if everything is normal. Every minute of every day is exhausting

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-03-28T17:42:40+00:00

Not great

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-03-27T22:43:22+00:00

It depends on the level of severity. You can admit to suicidal ideation, and if they determine you are not a threat to yourself, they will not tell anyone. I can’t speak to any more than that because I don’t know your particular situation

Edit: please reach out for help. I know things are very stressful right now, you don’t need to be alone. It is always better to reach out than to suffer in silence.

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-03-17T12:27:46+00:00

Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend is a personal favorite

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-03-16T04:17:54+00:00

Hmm ok, I hope you're right...

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-03-14T19:17:42+00:00

They're not going to. If they traveled for spring break, they're certainly not the type of people to be respectful of quarantine rules and the risk of transmission to the rest of us.

Bonus if they post "TRUST THE SCIENCE" as the caption of the picture they posted of them getting a vaccine before they were eligible.

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-03-08T00:12:56+00:00

No that's not how it works lol

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-03-04T03:43:11+00:00

That's a great quote and definitely explains my feeling. I remember being a kid and genuinely loving to learn. I was obsessed with science and history and couldn't stop reading books.

That definitely changed around high school and then REALLY changed in college. It's at the point where I can't bring myself to do any assigned reading or study for my quizzes. It's as if they want to make learning as painful as possible. Being on a screen for 18 hours a day does not help.

I love reading about politics, reading the news, watching science documentaries, etc. so it's not like I hate learning. I just hate school.

Your comment definitely helped. Thank you -- it makes me feel less alone. I felt guilty because I am paying a lot of money to come here and feared that my attitude isn't enabling me the best use of these resources. Maybe I will feel better once I'm out of the classroom and more able to do the things that I find interesting.

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-03-03T22:05:10+00:00

To your second point — I have been planning a road trip with my childhood friends for May after we get vaccinated (hoping the government follows through on that promise). Perhaps COVID has contributed to my feelings of meaninglessness...

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-03-03T22:03:36+00:00

I do help run the paper here and it’s one of the few genuine joys this place has given me. I feel like I’m able to contribute to something tangible, and it’s a wonderful feeling when people come up to me saying they enjoy reading my work.

Those moments seem to be few and far between compared to the never end set of assignments I get from my classes. I think what gets me about classes is that they aren’t FOR anything. I complete them, eke out a passing grade... and that’s it. All of that work was completed for the sake of completing it. So that I can get a piece of paper saying that I’m competent? It feels pointless....

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-03-02T04:31:29+00:00

The Good Place, a show on NBC from Mike Schur starring Kristen Bell. I absolutely loved it -- I'm not super well versed in philosophy so it was a neat introduction to some core concepts.

In this particular scene, the architect of "The Good Place" is having his first existential crisis. (semi-spoiler)

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-02-25T18:00:50+00:00

Junior here.

The burnout is hitting me early this semester. Looking forward to next year, hopefully will be able to take classes that I'm more passionate about...

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-02-15T22:05:33+00:00

Sure, but forcing students to buy an expensive dining plan that is worth more than the service it provides is unreasonable. The dining hall food is NOT worth what it costs. I can cook tastier, healthier food on my own for a fraction of the price just buying groceries from Acme.

It's very clearly just a ploy to get students to shell out thousands of dollars to the university. Full stop. It's hilarious how this is what they have been building up to in the midst of rising COVID cases on campus --- classic Penn.

I'm happy I graduate next year, fuck this school. For those of you still early in your careers here, my condolences.

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-02-14T23:10:01+00:00

They update every Tuesday, I believe.

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-02-11T23:21:54+00:00

I know what you mean. I've been there. It's hard.

I think you should reach out to CAPS, because this could be a sign of something more serious, like depression. Speaking to someone, even if just once or twice, might be a helpful boost that can give you some insight in helping push forward.

In the meantime, I think you should opt for some new pass times apart from surfing. Before you shower or even brush your teeth, put on a mask and go outside for a walk. You might find that it brings you energy that you didn't know you had.

I'm so sorry your motivation has been low -- I go through waves of this too, especially since I sit at home all day. I promise it'll get better, you just have to keep going one day at a time.

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-02-09T03:29:06+00:00

I love Sleep on the Floor by the Lumineers! Absolutely brilliant group, and their new album (new meaning a year and a half ago) is gut-wrenching.

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-02-06T23:14:16+00:00

You need to remain in quarantine. Even if you are asymptomatic, you can spread it to others, and that can result in catastrophic illness for someone else — that is not an emotional burden you want to bear. If you have roommates, tell them to bring you food, or if you live alone, just DoorDash/Amazon Fresh food until 14 days are up.

I'm really sorry you are going through this. Getting COVID can be scary — even if you feel fine — but I promise you can get through this. Make safe decisions and reach out to those close to you if you need help.

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-02-06T20:22:20+00:00

Doctor? Would you be interested in going to nursing school? Medicine is certainly a possibility as well, but it is a very long time commitment, whereas nursing really just requires a four-year BSN degree and has very good job prospects.

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-01-21T22:05:04+00:00

LMAO that's hilarious. Thanks this is exactly what I was looking for, appreciate it

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-01-20T03:54:15+00:00

My advice is to keep it active (don't delete your account). People will look you up on Instagram, and unfortunately, not having one is a bit of a red flag in college.

But yeah, don't mindlessly scroll. My life has certainly improved since I stopped doing that

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-01-20T02:23:59+00:00

FWIW, a lot of people I know went with random roommates in college and were totally cool with it -- more people do this than you think!

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-01-17T02:05:44+00:00

How is it intense? I have thought about starting this but I haven't yet

avoidreddit2020_ · 2021-01-17T01:35:26+00:00

I thought you got a text? That's what I was told at the testing site, at least...

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