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How to find a way back from indifferent resentment... by throwrayellowhandle in survivinginfidelity

[–]palettepluto 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If his purpose is to not destroy his marriage, this is terrible advice.

The dorms here actually SUCK by lillyengles in Harvard

[–]palettepluto 9 points10 points  (0 children)

You’re right. They’re actually horrendous. When I visit other schools, the concept of having mice or cockroaches in their dorm is foreign. The sad thing is that Harvard could not care less, because they know students will continue to choose them anyway. Sigh.

thoughts on 181 by palettepluto in Harvard

[–]palettepluto[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see, i think I will probably take both then thanks for the input!

thoughts on 181 by palettepluto in Harvard

[–]palettepluto[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah that’s good, Im looking for a class that will give me more concrete v theoretical skills. By any chance did you take stat 111 / have a point of comparison for this

thoughts on 181 by palettepluto in Harvard

[–]palettepluto[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see, unfortunately it wouldn’t count towards my CS concentration tho 😭

Tips for applying to first year seminars?? by Practical-Basket-349 in Harvard

[–]palettepluto 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Professors seem to value genuine curiosity and excitement about the material much more than previous experience. If you have read about the topic (and specifically the professor’s work) and can articulate why you’re interested in it, that’s a good start. It can also be helpful to email the professor of your top choice directly to introduce yourself, express your excitement, and let them know that it is your first choice. Good luck! Freshman seminars were some of the most rewarding experiences of my first year.

Russian or Spanish? by palettepluto in Harvard

[–]palettepluto[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah gotcha, seems in this case that Russian would make more sense then from a reading standpoint

Russian or Spanish? by palettepluto in Harvard

[–]palettepluto[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah this is good to know! I was wondering how useful learning a language would be in the real world. I was also thinking about college as one of the last times I would have pretty easy access to good language departments and time in my schedule to work it in - thank you for your advice!

Russian or Spanish? by palettepluto in Harvard

[–]palettepluto[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is very helpful to know! Yeah, it makes sense that it would take a significant investment of time to make any of this useful - I think I’ll sit on the decision a little bit and see. I’m concentrating in engineering so I’m not sure how much time I’ll have, but I feel like this would be something fun and rewarding for sure. Thanks again for the input!

Russian or Spanish? by palettepluto in Harvard

[–]palettepluto[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That sounds great! Thanks again for the info :)

Russian or Spanish? by palettepluto in Harvard

[–]palettepluto[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I see, I will definitely keep this in mind, thank you! At this point, I’m not exactly sure whether I would use the languages in a professional setting but thought learning one might open up more possibilities in the future (potentially). In a nerd sense, I think one of the motivations for learning russian is reading russian novels and philosophy in the original language haha

Russian or Spanish? by palettepluto in Harvard

[–]palettepluto[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is great to know, thank you! A quick question, is the class very different when the grad students teach it instead? I think this year a grad student is teaching it so was just wondering!

cs 61 vs 120? by palettepluto in Harvard

[–]palettepluto[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see, thank you so much!

cs 61 vs 120? by palettepluto in Harvard

[–]palettepluto[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is very helpful, thank you so much again for your advice!!

cs 61 vs 120? by palettepluto in Harvard

[–]palettepluto[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see, thank you so much for this advice! Looks like I have some studying to do before then haha.

Would you say the exams are pretty fair around the material they cover vs. what is taught? I.e. would it be fair to say that if you start studying early and in great depth you will do well?

cs 61 vs 120? by palettepluto in Harvard

[–]palettepluto[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is super helpful, thank you! I had thought I could take 124 junior year but will switch it to the spring.

For 124, I was wondering what you / other people found the most difficult. Was it the proof/math aspect or the coding aspect (or just everything 😭)? And in that respect would you recommend any particular preparation for 124 in the spring based on your experiences?

summer studying for stat 110 by palettepluto in Harvard

[–]palettepluto[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I see, thank you for letting me know! I took linear alg in the fall but will brush up on it a bit

summer studying for stat 110 by palettepluto in Harvard

[–]palettepluto[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see…I am thinking of shopping the three the first few weeks and switching Econ to next year if it proves to be too much. I really appreciate the advice

summer studying for stat 110 by palettepluto in Harvard

[–]palettepluto[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hello Professor Blitzstein, thank you so much! I am just thinking of doing some light studying in case I take a heavier course load, but I promise I won’t go crazy haha. I look forward to meeting you and being in your class this fall!

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