Looking for recommendations of learning podcasts similar to "Physics for future presidents" [more inside]
posted by loryjade on Dec 12, 2009 - 1 answer

Screw Ivy League. What should i do? [more inside]
posted by freddymetz on Dec 11, 2009 - 27 answers

What are some life-changing things I, as an art student, can spend my summer doing? [more inside]
posted by Paulefinch on Dec 9, 2009 - 16 answers

So, I'm at a transition point in my life. A bunch of things are ending and a bunch of things are beginning. Seems like a good time to finally get around to finishing that degree. Only question is, which degree? [more inside]
posted by 256 on Dec 1, 2009 - 7 answers

Can anyone explain why the linesman in this video clip of the Florida/FSU football game last Saturday did not move as the play unfolded? [more inside]
posted by RajahKing on Dec 1, 2009 - 13 answers

¿Master in Political Science or Master in Public Policy? [more inside]
posted by brakiwi on Nov 24, 2009 - 7 answers

How far am I supposed to be willing to go to help my students with their term reports? [more inside]
posted by lizbunny on Nov 23, 2009 - 19 answers

How do I figure out what I can and/or should do after my undergraduate degree? [more inside]
posted by tumples on Nov 18, 2009 - 7 answers

My housemate doesn't clean up, like ever. How can I do to make things work, or at least more bearable? [more inside]
posted by dunkadunc on Nov 16, 2009 - 39 answers

I'm 16 years old. I have (though somewhat borderline) Asperger's and I'm highly intellectually (verbal, not quite visual-spatial) gifted. I don't do well in school, you could say I'm an "underachiever". I graduate high school this year. I will most likely not get into either of my top universities in the city (I'm Canadian, btw). I don't mind taking next year (from graduation until I'm 17.5) to "mature a bit" but eventually I want to go to school overseas. I need to prove to my parents I can live alone... without actually living alone. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 13, 2009 - 30 answers

Do you work in Development for a university? If so, I want to know more! If you perform research for a university development office, can you tell me what your job is like? Do you like it? What do you not like? Tell me everything! [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 13, 2009 - 4 answers

Was I ripped off by the graduate school admissions committee at a top 10 university? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 8, 2009 - 39 answers

What are some ethics considerations around a PhD dissertation? And should I do anything about a former colleague who I think violated them? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 30, 2009 - 17 answers

I'm currently a third-year Engineering Science student at the University of Toronto, majoring in computer engineering. As part of my program, I'm supposed to do a 12-16 month work term. While there are a variety of large tech companies that recruit directly from this program, I'm interested in working at a smaller, preferably U.S.-based technology firm. How should I go about finding a suitable place? [more inside]
posted by james.nvc on Oct 29, 2009 - 7 answers

Is a BS degree a BS degree, or are there "lesser" degrees - I don't even know how to ask this. I'll try, though. [more inside]
posted by ctmf on Oct 28, 2009 - 14 answers

What can I do now to help prepare myself for writing the LSATs and applying to law school in 1-2 years? [more inside]
posted by hepta on Oct 28, 2009 - 14 answers

Change the University program's final project limitations! Help! Video production course info and TL;DR details inside. [more inside]
posted by Khazk on Oct 26, 2009 - 4 answers

Can I leave out some educational background from my resume? I went to a university, then transferred and got a degree from another university. Will it harm me if I only list the university I got a degree from? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 20, 2009 - 14 answers

I've to hand in a group assignment tomorrow and the input from one of the members is crap- terrible writing, no references, no clue, nice guy. I want to remain friends but want to dramatically edit his work. How can I break it to him that his work needed treatment? I'm terrible at this sort of thing. btw, this thread doesn't really answer my question as we're handing in tomorrow. Also- he's old buddies with the other group member who I don't know very well.
posted by mattoxic on Oct 17, 2009 - 25 answers

Tell me why you decided NOT to pursue a PhD. [more inside]
posted by ms.codex on Oct 13, 2009 - 67 answers

A question about university reference letter etiquette. [more inside]
posted by hector horace on Oct 5, 2009 - 13 answers

Are there any sites or blogs dedicated to pointing out great courses and lectures not to be missed on iTunes U? [more inside]
posted by Ndwright on Sep 27, 2009 - 1 answer

Looking to go to grad school for Linguistics or TESOL, but I'm a non-traditional student. I have a few schools picked out but don't want to end up in another tiny "college town." Help? [more inside]
posted by patheral on Sep 25, 2009 - 15 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

Tangentially college sports-related food/drink question: At your school, was there a bar or restaurant where fans of your rival team would congregate? What I'm after is analogous to, say, a Bears bar in Green Bay, but for NCAA teams. [more inside]
posted by me3dia on Sep 21, 2009 - 9 answers

Help me take control of my education! Law, cognitive science... [more inside]
posted by macg02 on Sep 16, 2009 - 4 answers

I'm making a career change to be a psychotherapist/clinical psychologist. As a result of this I'm returning to university this month in my early thirties to study an undergraduate degree. In order to make a success of this I want all aspects of it to go well including the social aspects. I have a lot of common sense and am somewhat introverted though not painfully. I'd really welcome any tips on getting the most out of this experience, particularly in terms of easing meeting new people and forming new friendships. I'm UK based.
posted by anonymous on Sep 9, 2009 - 7 answers

How do I get myself to speak up in class? [more inside]
posted by magazineaddict on Aug 20, 2009 - 26 answers

Did you receive your graduate degree at the same university that you received your undergraduate degree from? If so, do you regret not branching out and going to a new university for graduate school or are you happy with your decision? [more inside]
posted by pdx87 on Aug 17, 2009 - 30 answers

Can more than one student filing on the same US tax return claim the new American Opportunity Tax Credit? [more inside]
posted by deadmessenger on Aug 16, 2009 - 1 answer

What would be the best route to go after finishing an AS degree? Many questions about New England, and the regular England, rolled into one inside. [more inside]
posted by lhude sing cuccu on Aug 12, 2009 - 13 answers

How do I fund studies in Australia when I'm not an Australian citizen? [more inside]
posted by lwb on Aug 10, 2009 - 12 answers

Should i finish a uni course in a field i dont want a job in? [more inside]
posted by stillnocturnal on Aug 10, 2009 - 18 answers

How do I offer support for people attending/wanting to attend college, but who have very different situations from anything I knew? 2 different scenarios! [more inside]
posted by brainmouse on Aug 8, 2009 - 9 answers

It's my nephew's birthday this weekend. He is going to University in September to study Medicine (in the UK). Are there any essential medical text books I could get him to help with his studies?
posted by kenchie on Aug 6, 2009 - 19 answers

What are some things you wish you knew (or were glad you knew) before you moved into your first apartment with roommates? I'm looking for methods of splitting up chores, cooking, finances, resolving disputes, and dealing with common problems.
posted by yaymukund on Aug 5, 2009 - 40 answers

What's the best way to get a laptop ready for a sibling's trip to college? [more inside]
posted by yellowbkpk on Aug 3, 2009 - 22 answers

I'm getting great scholarships, but my faculty hates me. Do I stay in grad school? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 3, 2009 - 19 answers

Depression in University/College: most of you seem to have been through it, do you have any tips? [more inside]
posted by teraspawn on Aug 2, 2009 - 17 answers

Is it legal to draw unemployment benefits in Illinois while attending college as a full-time student? [more inside]
posted by sugarfish on Jul 30, 2009 - 5 answers

My sister is a junior in high school and beginning to look at colleges. We're having difficulty finding colleges which would be a good "fit" for her (film major). Help? [more inside]
posted by elisabethjw on Jul 26, 2009 - 39 answers

My friend is applying for clinical psychology postgraduate study at the end of this year and she would like to make sure she is well read on relevant books (nb. not text books) and blogs etc before the interview. Can anyone reccomend any books, websites or blogs that would be good for my friend to review prior to her interview?
posted by curious zoe on Jul 21, 2009 - 3 answers

How credible is the University of Phoenix online? [more inside]
posted by HenryGale on Jul 17, 2009 - 20 answers

Currently enrolled at two universities. What to do? [more inside]
posted by 2X2LcallingCQ on Jul 15, 2009 - 6 answers

Besides University of Florida (UF), are there any good, accredited schools in Florida that offer completely online business degrees (or Economics... maybe General Studies worst case)? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 13, 2009 - 8 answers

I suffered from depression and social anxiety throughout my mid to late teens so I did poorly in my A-levels which I picked based more on how easy I thought they'd be than how much they interested me. I managed to get into a decent Art School thanks to my graphics portfolio but I was miserable there. I transferred to a different school and got treatment for depression and was much happier. I just got my results for the first year though and they were terrible - I just barely passed. I'm starting to think I'm not suited to art school. I feel like I missed my chance to find a subject that really interests me and now I'm stuck on a career path which I'm not suited for. I keep fantasizing about going into science - I've always been interested in it and both of my brothers have science degrees - but I'd have to start from scratch and I have no idea if I'd be any good at it. Is this just a dumb pipe dream or is it something I should look into?
posted by Andy Harwood on Jul 4, 2009 - 8 answers

What kind of job can I get with this business degree that would let me have a degree of autonomy over my work, interact with my coworkers, and provide a measure of stability in this unhappy economic climate? [more inside]
posted by Phire on Jun 22, 2009 - 5 answers

The eternal question: A 2d bachelor's degree, or straight to grad school? [more inside]
posted by ailouros08 on Jun 14, 2009 - 11 answers

I'd like to study about Comparative Literature, but as I've looked around at CompLit university departments it appears that there isn't really anything like an introductory course or textbook. [more inside]
posted by elfgirl on Jun 11, 2009 - 5 answers

Is there any further action I can take to recoup the financial loss and and deal with the emotional frustration resulting from my university's swine-flu-panic decision to cancel a much-anticipated field research opportunity? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 10, 2009 - 6 answers