I'm supposed to be at the Spanish Consulate in Miami getting a student visa tomorrow (appt. at 9:25am), but I don't have all the paperwork I need because some of it hasn't arrived from the school that I'll be studying at next semester(as a visiting student). What do I do? What can I do? Fun complications after the jump. [more inside]
posted by The Esteemed Doctor Bunsen Honeydew on Nov 23, 2009 - 4 answers

Where can I go to meet cool UT grad students in Austin. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 23, 2009 - 12 answers

I'm looking for academic novels from the student's perspective (apparently this is a subgenre of campus novels called varsity novels). Bonus for books considered "young adult." [more inside]
posted by alicat on Nov 15, 2009 - 28 answers

Where can I find personal stories of popular scholars on their life as students, phd candidates and/or professors? [more inside]
posted by jfricke on Nov 12, 2009 - 12 answers

What kinds of questions should I ask my daughter's Kindergarten teacher during a parent/teacher conference? I'm trying to formulate some good questions to ask. One thing I will ask is.............is there anything specific I can do at home to help her. [more inside]
posted by lynnie-the-pooh on Nov 9, 2009 - 4 answers

I've just returned to college as a mature student and I'm doing really, really well (marks in the low to high 90s, for the most part). I'm proud of myself but I have no idea how to interact with my classmates who aren't doing as well without sounding like a complete jerk. I don't have experience with this! I could use some advice or etiquette. There have been some... incidents. [more inside]
posted by VioletU on Oct 28, 2009 - 55 answers

Help me network like a professional. What are common mistakes that soon-to-be graduates make at network events? What is proper etiquette for name exchanges, gracefully making one's way into a group conversation, and how one does one make an impression without coming off too strong? Particulars after the break. [more inside]
posted by cgomez on Oct 16, 2009 - 7 answers

Can I use Kansas football student tickets if I'm not a KU student? [more inside]
posted by j1950 on Oct 14, 2009 - 7 answers

My class has been tasked with "confronting an injustice" within our community, and I'm looking past experiences and/or suggestions for action within my areas of interest. (more) [more inside]
posted by mkrenzer on Oct 9, 2009 - 7 answers

My girlfriend is a PhD student and is wondering how much general lab work (not related to research) is normal for a student (not a lab employee). Her PI does not pay her anything, all her income (stipend, lab expenses) come from other sources like grants. She is not paid extra for doing the general lab work. [more inside]
posted by mallow005 on Oct 7, 2009 - 28 answers

In order to pay for graduate school a few years back, I took out two CitiAssist loans to pay for food and rent. A couple of years on, I've consolidated all of my federal loans, but the CitiAssist loans can't be consolidated with federal loans. [more inside]
posted by Sara Anne on Oct 3, 2009 - 4 answers

My college's biological sciences dept has run out of student internship/research positions. The professors have emailed me back, saying that they might have openings in the spring. But I want to do something now. What are my other options? I'm in Los Angeles. [more inside]
posted by Xere on Sep 28, 2009 - 10 answers

Quiet pubs and cafes for a student to study in Edinburgh [more inside]
posted by tyris33 on Sep 27, 2009 - 8 answers

Need to cash my Canadian student loan but I am in South Korea. I've been confirmed to receive my Canadian student loan; however, I need to bring the form to the Canadian post office so that they can confirm it. Unfortunately I can't seem to do it from South Korea. Last semester, I had the same problem; however, my mother sent me the form, I signed it, and sent it back to her and there was no trouble when she brought it in. They put the money into my bank account. This time, the post offices state that I need the power of attorney. What can I do? My classes have already started and I need to pay for everything.
posted by Knigel on Sep 24, 2009 - 3 answers

What is the best plan for insuring my laptop and camera in my private rented accomadation with 2 other students in Nottingham, UK? [more inside]
posted by lukeo05 on Sep 24, 2009 - 6 answers

My (American) girlfriend is looking to come over to London to study to become a teacher. [more inside]
posted by almostwitty on Sep 21, 2009 - 4 answers

How can I find a decent room in London without being there to view it first? [more inside]
posted by SamuelBowman on Aug 29, 2009 - 14 answers

What kind of website would you, a college student, find useful? [more inside]
posted by 913 on Aug 27, 2009 - 28 answers

I'm looking for interesting things to show my french exchange student. What is unique to the US experience? [more inside]
posted by tfinniga on Jul 28, 2009 - 43 answers

I've happily gained some weight recently - now I'm at the size at which I'd like to stay for the forseeable future, would you help me rebuild my wardrobe? [more inside]
posted by teraspawn on Jul 24, 2009 - 4 answers

What are my options for insurance? [more inside]
posted by suncoursing on Jul 15, 2009 - 9 answers

Should I take out a full load of student loans to attend a top-6 law school right now? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 13, 2009 - 28 answers

My current volunteering gig is standing still, how do I search for a new one and be able to travel? [more inside]
posted by pixxie on Jul 12, 2009 - 6 answers

Paying for graduate school out of your 401k. Stupid idea? [more inside]
posted by falameufilho on Jul 3, 2009 - 8 answers

A couple of my friends are coming to New York to visit near the end of July, and we want to take in a show (preferably a musical). We're all students and we're trying to find cheap tickets, but we want to have this sorted out in advance instead of waiting to buy tickets day-of. Does anyone know a good way to do this? I'm in New York if it's something that needs to be done in person, although through a website would be preferable. We're just looking for good deals or discounts, or something. Also I know nothing about Broadway, so recommendations for fun shows would be very welcome!
posted by howgenerica on Jun 25, 2009 - 10 answers

Loan to pay back loan until I get another loan? Bad idea? [more inside]
posted by bmalicoat on May 30, 2009 - 14 answers

What are some universities which teach in French that a student from the U.S. should consider? (Especially in Quebec.) [more inside]
posted by non-kneebiter on May 19, 2009 - 6 answers

I am a biology student at the University of Utah specializing in animal behavior, and I have a particular interest in cephalopods (squid, octopi, cuttlefish.) Everything I know about them is from reading, and I would love to have the opportunity to observe one in real life, and perhaps even interact with it if that would be possible. Does anyone in the Salt Lake area have a pet octopus or know of one that I might be able to meet?
posted by Cambrian_Sea on May 7, 2009 - 6 answers

Please help me understand people's objections to year-round public school. [more inside]
posted by cheapskatebay on Apr 23, 2009 - 58 answers

How beneficial would getting a PDA/smartphone be to a first-year law student? [more inside]
posted by ishotjr on Apr 20, 2009 - 11 answers

Which lender should I use for my government student loans? [more inside]
posted by amalgamator on Apr 16, 2009 - 9 answers

KOREA FILTER: Help me decide if I should leave my current Korean university and move to Seoul to focus on Korean language learning. [more inside]
posted by Knigel on Apr 12, 2009 - 4 answers

What can an unskilled Computer Science student do for the summer? [more inside]
posted by sarahj on Mar 25, 2009 - 17 answers

Help me choose living accomodations while studying abroad in Spain! [more inside]
posted by PaulingL on Mar 25, 2009 - 4 answers

How do we best finance our daughter's Irish University career (we're in the UK)? [more inside]
posted by Wilder on Mar 3, 2009 - 11 answers

I'm a student, looking to take out a first time auto loan for a car. I want a used car, and would like to spend no more than $3,000. My credit is alright, not stellar, and I have student loans. What can I expect in this process, and how can I better my chances of getting a loan? [more inside]
posted by thatbrunette on Mar 1, 2009 - 13 answers

Is it realistic for me to expect that I can pay off my student loans with a lab tech job? [more inside]
posted by pullayup on Feb 19, 2009 - 14 answers

I'm an Environmental Policy & Planning Major (3rd year). I've been applying to internships over the past weeks for Spring and Summer positions. Great news: I've already been accepted to Greenpeace's "Organizing Term" and I have two other positions I will soon hear a yes/no on for Spring. Bad News: The Greenpeace Organizing Term program will cost me $4000. The program itself is an intensive mix of activities, virtually on a full-time basis (for 2 months of summer, out of 3), including classroom trainings, expeditions to other states (as well as another country for meeting with other international activists), media trainings, and some readings. All of it is included with the cost (including flight/transport/food for a week). What to do? (More in the extended explanation): [more inside]
posted by Risiko on Feb 14, 2009 - 13 answers

Help me write a realistic transition to civilian life for my US Marine. (longer, clearer explanation inside) [more inside]
posted by Tamanna on Feb 10, 2009 - 8 answers

Please explain to me the difference between an internship and a part-time job? [more inside]
posted by ttyn on Jan 23, 2009 - 12 answers

Think-Back-To-High-School-Filter: What incentives / prizes / privileges really motivated you? (Aside from grades) [more inside]
posted by Alabaster on Jan 17, 2009 - 31 answers

What do graduate students in the humanities do for summer jobs? I am a first year grad student in a philosophy program in the New York SUNY school system. I'm trying to start looking for summer jobs but I'm not really sure what I should be looking for as a grad student in the humanities. [more inside]
posted by coolguy#1 on Jan 14, 2009 - 12 answers

What's a cheap way to survive in Europe over the summer? [more inside]
posted by speek on Jan 1, 2009 - 16 answers

I'm in my first year of law school and also a first-time student loan borrower. I ended up having a decent amount of loan money left in my bank account at the end of the semester. Should I pay it back or hang on to it? [more inside]
posted by SuperNova on Dec 22, 2008 - 9 answers

Are there apprenticeships (Blacksmith, Glass Blower, Luthier, etc.) anymore? How can I get one? Where should I look? [more inside]
posted by cmchap on Dec 16, 2008 - 15 answers

How do I get a loan, as a student? [more inside]
posted by Marinara on Dec 4, 2008 - 5 answers

What do I need to do to be able to live in Wales for 8 months? I'm a Canadian citizen. [more inside]
posted by vernondalhart on Nov 26, 2008 - 4 answers

Landscape Architecture! I'm a student thinking about changing fields from IR to landscape architecture and I'm interested in all and any of your thoughts on the subject. [more inside]
posted by pulled_levers on Nov 17, 2008 - 6 answers

Submitting a student film for a local festival. Unlicensed music used. How should I clear this? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 13, 2008 - 13 answers

Where can I disappear in the world? I'm stuck between majors in college, and want to take a 6 month to 2 year break from school. [more inside]
posted by bradly on Nov 7, 2008 - 18 answers