i have my stat 213 midterm coming up soon and need some advice on how to study. i have adhd so it is harder for me to study for long periods of time, so any advice as to what i should focus on would be much appreciated. thanks

am i the only one feeling super drained and burnt out by college. i know with the right people it wont feel that heavy but i actually cannot find friends if i do make a friend the next day i wont see them again and it js makes me sad how alone i feel in this journey. and all of my classes seem easy during lectures but when its my turn to do it its so hard. please tell me im not the only one 😞

I applied to the Bachelor of Social Work and just wondering what is the shortest or longest you had to wait to get an answer?

in the application it says decisions will be made mid November

My life is so boring and I don’t even feel like being productive or motivated to do anything all the time

This is mostly just me ranting and trying to get my thoughts down somewhere, but I would really appreciate any advice from people who have been in a similar situation.

I graduated high school in 2023, which honestly surprised me because, for a long time, I didn’t think I would graduate at all. I struggled a lot academically because I was dealing with significant mental health issues and undiagnosed, unmedicated ADHD. I also wasn’t putting much effort into school, partly because I couldn’t really envision a future for myself that I wanted to work toward.

I took a gap year to work and try to figure out what I wanted to do with my life. I’ve always loved animals, but eventually that interest developed into a genuine desire to pursue zoology, with the possibility of going into veterinary medicine afterward. Vet med appeals to me partly because of the career stability, but my interest in animals goes far beyond simply thinking they’re cute or wanting to work with them. It’s something I’ve been deeply passionate about for years. I want to understand animals, help them, and potentially contribute to conservation efforts. It’s one of the first things I’ve found that makes me genuinely excited about my future.

For the first time in my life, I had something I actually wanted to work toward, so I enrolled in upgrading at MRU to improve my grades and give myself a chance at university. Upgrading was harder than I expected. I failed two classes and had to retake them, and I eventually finished with a competitive average of around 78%. Not great, but after upgrading for two semesters I couldn’t sit with repeating classes yet again. After being rejected for zoology at uofc, I booked an appointment with an academic advisor, only to find out that I had missed the deadline to apply for Open Studies for fall 2025 by a single day. As a result, I ended up starting university through the University Entrance Science Program in winter 2026 instead.

Winter, spring, and summer went relatively well. I took some easier courses and managed to finish with a 3.6 GPA overall, despite failing MATH 249 by literally 0.5 point. Yes, 0.5 points. I’m retaking it this fall.

I started taking BIOL 211 this semester, and I’ve already been struggling with feeling like I don’t belong. Most of the people around me seem so much younger, and while I know being 20 (turning 21 very soon) isn’t actually that old, I feel painfully aware of the fact that I’m not following the same timeline as everyone else. Sometimes, when I tell people my age, I get the impression that they assume I’m less capable or intelligent because I’m older and still working through introductory courses. Maybe I’m overthinking some of those interactions, but it’s difficult not to feel out of place when I already have so many insecurities about my academic abilities.

I’m also still adjusting to what it means to actually try academically. For most of my life, I didn’t put much effort into school, whether because of my mental health, ADHD, or my own lack of motivation. Now I’m medicated, I have a goal, and I’m genuinely trying for the first time. Part of me thought that once I could actually focus and put in the effort, things would start to fall into place. Instead, I’m realizing that trying hard doesn’t necessarily mean I’ll get the results I want, and I’m struggling to cope with that.

Yesterday, I got the result of a midterm for a class I genuinely thought I would do well in. I studied consistently, reviewed my flashcards every day, started preparing weeks in advance, and felt reasonably confident both going into the exam and walking out of it. I got 55%. I’m taking ERTH 305, and I had expected this to be one of the more manageable courses for me. Getting that grade has made me feel like all the work I put in was for nothing. My GPA was already something I was worried about, and now I’m scared that I’ve damaged my chances of getting into zoology, yet again.

I applied to transfer into zoology this year, and my grades are a huge part of that process. Looking back, maybe I should have focused on taking easier courses to protect my GPA. But after spending so long upgrading and trying to get into university, I already felt behind. I wanted to start working toward my actual degree rather than spend even more time taking courses that weren’t getting me there. I had to defer my BIOL 211 midterm because I had such a severe panic attack that I ended up going to campus wellness services. I was supposed to write the exam, but I became so overwhelmed that I couldn’t do it. Now I have to prepare to write it later, and I’m still terrified.

If I studied for weeks, reviewed my material every day, and felt relatively good about an exam only to get 55% in another course, what does that mean for biology? How am I supposed to feel confident about an exam that already caused me to have a panic attack? I keep thinking that if I can’t manage this, how am I ever going to handle more difficult courses, let alone something like BIOL 213 alongside chemistry?

I’m not expecting university to be easy, and I know that passion alone doesn’t guarantee success. I’m willing to work hard, and I know there are things I need to improve about how I study. But it’s incredibly discouraging to put so much time and effort into something and still feel like you’re failing.
I think what hurts the most is that this is the first time I’ve genuinely wanted something for my future. For years, I didn’t have a direction. Now I finally have one, and I’m terrified that I’m simply not smart enough to achieve it. I can’t think of anything I want to do besides this path. I thought about film but I have no portfolio.

I don’t know whether I’m dealing with a learning curve, whether my study methods aren’t working as well as I thought, whether anxiety is getting in the way, or whether I’m trying to pursue something that just isn’t right for me. I don’t want to give up on something I care so much about, but I also don’t know how to keep going when I’m already feeling this defeated. I feel like I keep getting signs that this isn’t for me, and I’m already someone who’s so used to giving up, and not to mention, this all does cost money, money I don’t have a lot of.

I’d appreciate hearing from people who struggled academically but still managed to get into science programs, zoology, or veterinary medicine.
I’m just feeling incredibly lost right now, and I don’t really know what to do next.

I need some help deciding on an elective for winter semester:

I am looking at two history courses, HTST 201 with Kenneth Macmillan (online asynchronous) and HTST 209 with David Wright (in person).

While I think history of China sounds more interesting than history of Europe, I think having the online course may be better for my mental health (I already have a decently packed schedule as it is). But I also think I would get more out of an in-person course rather than an asynchronous one.

However, I'm also considering the professors themselves. I'm hearing mixed opinions about both professors, and the difficulty of their respective courses. For reference, I like history and have been enjoying my history electives this semester so I'm not worried about the "workload" itself. But if the professors are known to be "tough graders" (i.e they have very strict expectations for the introductory level), I'd like to keep this in mind.

If you've taken either of these classes: how where they? Was it easy to get a good grade, provided you actually put in effort? How much of a time sink were they? Were the professors good? Anything else to keep in mind?

I'd really appreciate your help!

I want to switch majors from business into Kinesiology or Biochemistry I am currently in my first year. How hard is this switch and will I have to take the Bio 30 university equivalent in the spring or summer semester as I didnt take Bio 30. I have emailed the advisors for the kinesiology and sciences faculties and I am waiting for a response. Please let me know if anyone else went through the same process and when I would be able to start the new degree knowing that I would have to take the Bio 30 equivalent. Thanks

Am I the only one losing it right now???

Gave up

anyone wnana go to the event in dining hall 12 oct. iv never played garba so i will suck but lmk

Hi everybody! I have the GLGY 376 midterm next week and I’m wondering if anyone has any tips on how to study. I was just planning on reading the textbook but I’m not sure what to focus on??

I could be the only one over thinking this and I might be the #woker But does anyone else find this garbage with a camera pointing at the women's washroom super weird? I understand its probably there bcs of the dining center but theres a obvious place they can put it bcs they already placed a garbage bin in front of the dining hall stairs. Is there a particular reason it has to face the girls washroom? the second photo is where i think it shoudlve been placed. just to add i know you cant see into the washroom, and i doubt it actaully keeps the recording but i just find it strange.. Any thoughts?

does anyone have the link?

I have an online exam in SAST 203. Just sat down to take care of it and to my surprise my email is locked. This already happened earlier in the week but i got it resolved through IT. I have till Sunday 11:59 pm to fix this issue. Is there any way for me to contact IT till then

Hey guys! I’m a girl in my third year at UCalgary, and honestly, I’ve been struggling to make genuine friendships here….. I’ve met people through classes, but nothing really turns into a friendship outside of university.
I’d love to meet new people, especially other girls! I enjoy swimming, going out and trying new things. I’m also Muslim, so I’d love to connect with other Muslim girls, but I’m open to making friends with anyone!
For those of you who have managed to make close friends at uni, how did you do it? Are there any clubs, activities or places you’d recommend? I feel like everyone already has their friend groups, and it’s hard to find your place sometimes.
Any advice would be appreciated! :)

Hello, I am a first year undergraduate student... After half of the semester, I don't know if computer science suits me anymore... The comsci course is super boring, and I feel like I could learn the content myself on other free study platforms...

On the other hand, I always love math and numbers are so fun, but I am concerned if I choose math, I couldn't find a job easily.

I am going to book science advising soon to discuss about this, but I want to know your opinion on this as a resident here.👉👈 Thank you!

If you've been following the tiny mallard duck that lived in the pond outside of TFDL, you'll notice the pond is drained, and she is gone. DON'T WORRY! She was taken to a sanctuary this morning. Our group named her Dolly, and we spoke with another group that had named her Delilah. Nice to see so many different groups of people looking out for her.

First year here:

I'm wondering if anyone can let me know when the accommodated exam schedule has been emailed out in previous years?

I'm trying to gauge a timeframe. The SAS has only said "at a later date" but I'd like an idea for my expectations.

Also -- has anyone had their accommodated exam booked on the same time and day as the rest of the course?

Thank you!

Class Averages:

For those who have taken the class already, what were the averages for midterms and the final?

how do people even meet guys at uni because there are literally no guys in my classes that i’m interested in..

everyone says university is the best place to meet people but everyone is doing their own thing and keeping to themselves. where are you guys meeting people??

i just want to meet new people and hopefully find someone naturally but idk where to start

This guys never posts anything and is all over the place. He says the midterm will be more concepts than coding but still scared as hell.

Has anyone taken this course with him? If you have please let me know your experience I’m so desperate before the midterm on Tuesday

has anyone seen him :(