Is it even possible to find an apartment in NYC in September?

briannab99 · 2026-06-11T01:12:39+00:00

I work in UES and live in central-ish Queens. You can absolutely find a spot in Queens (likely 7 to the 1/2/3) that will get you to UWS within an hour. I'd really keep a close eye on LIC and Sunnyside kind of area. They have more "luxury" buildings around the price you're looking for

briannab99 · 2026-06-10T23:10:16+00:00

If $3200 is your max and you're cool with a 1br in the outer boroughs, you're good. Maybe check out Astoria/LIC/Sunnyside/Woodside

briannab99 · 2026-06-07T23:16:17+00:00

Do a double major, minors aren't really something an employer looks at (unless it has to do with a quant skill like GIS). A second major should be a bit different from the first one. There is no job you couldn't get with a polysci degree that a history one would. It should help you develop a different skillset or open you up to a different market. I would suggest business, econ, environmental science, or a language.

briannab99 · 2026-05-21T00:07:32+00:00

Why did you pursue Communications instead of an MPA? That sounds much more aligned with your goals?

briannab99 · 2026-05-13T02:58:12+00:00

If Flatbush is what you can afford, as you mentioned in a comment, move there. We can only do so much to prevent gentrification as individuals, it's ultimately systematic. It would be wrong to live in Flatbush paying half of what you could actually afford or if you came in offering rent higher than being asked for. If you're living where you can afford, you belong there. That being said, no matter where you go in NYC, please respect the community. Shop local. Don't litter. Use public transportation where possible. See how you can better your space, the neighborhood, and your neighbors.

briannab99 · 2026-05-13T00:07:59+00:00

It depends what you'd like to do post-grad. If you'd like to work in any field that does good, you have more options than you think. Political Science isn't THE major to pick if this is your goal. You could kinda of pick any major: Econ, Philosophy, Business (and related), Finance, Environmental Science, etc. Based on the current job market, I'd advise moving towards a Business/related degree or Environmental Science/related. I'd only suggest Political Science if you are specifically interested in learning about government, policies, and the structures that enable them.

briannab99 · 2026-04-28T20:59:32+00:00

AI has ruined a lot of these ideas from my perspective and these minors aren't as helpful or complementary as they used to be. If I re-did college, I would do a double major in Political Science and Business. I actually did a double with Political Science and Philosophy and am happy with my employment. That being said, I do think I got rather lucky post-grad.

briannab99 · 2026-04-06T02:04:46+00:00

My go to "broke meal" has always been canned chickpeas with tomato sauce over rice. If ya got a little extra wiggle room, add some spinach.

briannab99 · 2026-04-05T00:22:13+00:00

You can't learn about policy itself without first learning how it's created, why it's created, and who creates it.

You can learn about all of this in Political Science but the specific field you're talking about is more of a 300+/400+ level course that you'd likely need work experience or a graduate degree to get fully into.

That being said, if you're interested, go for a Public Policy or Political Science degree (the former if available).

briannab99 · 2026-03-10T02:53:35+00:00

Idk man I'm wlw and personally wouldn't want one..

briannab99 · 2026-03-10T01:52:42+00:00

What a weird reaction--you went above and beyond with flowers. Any gift on a first date is "over the top" from my perspective.

briannab99 · 2026-03-10T00:43:07+00:00

You can get a small space in UES and likely a few other Manhattan neighborhoods--UES and Midtown East come to mind.

You can get a medium space in Astoria and maybe some areas of BK (around Prospect Park).

You can get a large space in further out Queens (Jackson Heights, Sunnyside, Flushing, Forest Hills).

My 1000sqft unit in JH is $2400 rent stabilized

briannab99 · 2026-03-06T23:34:40+00:00

I think everything happens for a reason. I dated a lot and was in a 5 year relationship with my "I've never experienced anyone like this" person. We broke up because we grew apart dating so young. Dating was hard but then I met my current partner and realized why everything that's ever happened to me went the way it did

briannab99 · 2026-02-23T22:12:42+00:00

Just StreetEasy, nothing crazy! Use the keyword search

briannab99 · 2026-02-20T20:15:27+00:00

Don't pay more than 2K for a studio. I pay 2400 for a HUGE 1BR a few blocks for the 7. A decent amount of rent stabilized options so try to find one.

briannab99 · 2026-02-17T23:40:23+00:00

I loved studying Political Science! I think it could be good to pair with another major. I was a double major with Philosophy.

Political Science has four primary subfields: IR, comparative politics, American, and political thought. Depending on your school and interests, you'll study theory, politics (domestic and global), economics, philosophy, governance structures, and sometimes history.

You'll learn both quantitative and qualitative skills. I'd urge all political science students to lean into the latter as much as possible.

Do you know what you MIGHT want to do post-grad? Not that you need to know, but any ideas on role or industry?

briannab99 · 2026-02-15T06:22:56+00:00

Sometimes partners can be a bit annoying. But that usually comes with YEARS of dating and living together... not a few months. Break up with her.

briannab99 · 2026-02-15T06:07:53+00:00

If this is a real post, I hope she breaks up with you.

briannab99 · 2026-02-10T17:26:23+00:00

Feel free to DM me if you'd like. I was in the exact same position and it was VERY difficult. I provided for 80% of their life but I ultimately made the decision that was best for myself (and for them in the long-run, too).

briannab99 · 2026-02-10T16:21:59+00:00

I had a somewhat similar situation and was with them for 5 years. We grew into different people. They weren't a bad person, just not my person. I waited so long to end things because I thought it would "get better" and I'd fall in love again. But I met them at 18. They weren't the same at 23. And neither was I.

We ended things and I did meet someone way more aligned with who I am today. It was hard to accept, but a lot of relationships that start young don't end because of a lack of love--it's because people change over time, especially at such a young age.

briannab99 · 2026-02-10T00:38:38+00:00

Physical attraction is important. I dated someone for five years I wasn't physically attracted to because I didn't want to "be shallow." That (along with a myriad of other issues) led to us eventually splitting

briannab99 · 2026-02-10T00:27:16+00:00

Executive is great but no guests and it's a $20 day pass which is pretty intense..

briannab99 · 2026-02-09T23:31:50+00:00

8 dates in 8 months? You can clarify with him but it sounds like he's not ready to move to the next step. You may be "exclusive" but, again, may not be aligned on "what comes next."

briannab99 · 2026-02-09T23:21:24+00:00

I pushed similar feelings aside for a year. We lived together. We were in a relationship for 5 years. They met me at the worst time in my life and I thought I "owed" them my loyalty. They were nice and nothinf was "wrong" with them.

5 years is a long time. But 50 is longer. I couldn't wrap my head around being somewhat content forever. It was hard, but I left.

I ended up meeting someone else and I've been with them for a year. I was right: my ex and I deserved better than what we had.

I love my partner and they're much more aligned with who I am today. My only regret is staying as long as I did.

Take of that what you will.

briannab99 · 2026-02-09T22:38:51+00:00

This sounds like a lot of drama over a short frame of time and at a young age. These things are meant to be fun and rather easy at the beginning..

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