Answering questions at Boston College O’Neill Library
So many. The Oxford English Dictionary has over forty just for the noun and adjective forms, including some of the Urban Dictionary definitions. bit.ly/bc-nut. My favorite: “The projection or block at the lower end of the bow of a stringed instrument, to which the hair is attached, and which is now usually movable (typically by means of a screw) to allow adjustment of the tension of the hair. Also called frog.”
I don’t want you to do that either! I’m sorry you’re feeling that bad. Please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800-273-8355) right away, and/or immediately call Counseling Services (617-552-3310) or visit them in Gasson 001 and ask to speak to with the Psychological Emergency Clinician (PEC). If it’s not during work hours, call BC Police (617-552-4444) if you’re on campus or 911 if not. I and many, many people want you to get past this bad moment, and are ready to help.
Courier, of course! Once upon a time, when typewriters were the only option, it was called “elite.” Both names are perfect for me, aren’t they?
Stairwells are good. When the weather’s nice you could try the benches partway up the Million Dollar Steps.
? I wish I could offer you a shoulder, because the shoulder of a friend is often a good crying spot. If you want to cry alone, some humans use the shower. Others might go for a walk in the woods, perhaps the Hammond Pond Conservation Area, which you can access via a path from Suffolk Road, or the Webster Woods, accessible via the Hammond Pond Parkway.
Hmmm…this question holds a few good life lessons. First, the world is often not fair. Second, just because you’re smart doesn’t mean you’re the best option from an employer’s perspective. Employers have to consider many factors: communication skills, team & relational skills, work ethic, experience… or even connections and recommendations. Third, comparing yourself with others makes for a rough time. I’m sure employers are impressed with your strengths. Focus on improving yourself in other areas. Best of luck coming out on top next time!
Thanks for being so supportive to our friend! I agree wholeheart- er – whole-foundation-ally. Finding a job is a hard process for everyone and you never know what an employer is really looking for when they post a job description. You’ll find the right one eventually!
With the help of tutors, the summer camp, and the college success program, I’m sure many of them go in all kinds of directions they’d dreamed of or never even knew were possibilities.
Check out these two encyclopedias: International Encyclopedia of Communication (https://bit.ly/2PY5ixA) and the International Encyclopedia of Linguistics – which includes an entry on sociolinguistics (https://bit.ly/2pPWgYU). They’ll give you an idea of the range of areas of study in each discipline. Why don’t you make an appointment with a faculty member in the Communication Department, and one who teaches courses in linguistics, to chat about their graduate school experiences. And you can explore the course offerings/requirements, and faculty profiles (and publication history) in both communication and linguistics graduate programs. Perhaps these next steps will help cement your interest in one area over the other. Good luck with your next adventure!
I appreciate your feedback! The Library is currently collecting users’ input through a one-question survey to help determine the type of space the 5th floor study room would be (Here’s the survey: bit.ly/bc-new-study-survey). I will route your comment to the Library Administration for their consideration.
Tteokbokki!
It sounds like you know what the cause of this intense stress is. Try to reduce the amount of contact you have with people who stress you out. If you need space for yourself, try to find a place that is comfortable and peaceful; a space were you can relax, reflect, rest, or study for as long as you want or need to. The libraries have plenty of spaces that are conducive to relaxation, study or reflexion. My favorite is the area located at the 4th floor’s north end, where the soft chairs are. You ought to try it!
Hi, night owls! I must have been dozing or I’d have said hi then.
I confirmed with the Academic Advising Center that you do need to wait until then. They also wanted to let you know that if you have below a 3.0, you would need to get an overload approval form filled out and signed by the Academic Dean.
Reply hazy, ask again. At any rate, that’s what my distant cousin Magic 8-ball would say. I’m not very good at predictions. Good luck finding him! I’m sure you will.
Yes. There’s a piece in the Heights about it, and the New York Times Magazine had coverage of similar investments at other schools locally and nationwide. http://bit.ly/bc-koch. There’s some commentary and questions from a foreign policy expert here: http://bit.ly/bc-koch2
“All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them” -Walt Disney
Gingerly.
The Career Center can help you find jobs that would almost certainly be a better way to go: bit.ly/BC-career
Wallabies, of course!
It’s mostly tuition, fees, and the return on an almost three billion dollar endowment. BC also receives about a hundred million dollars per year in donations, which is more than many schools’ entire endowments. I’m speaking generally, if you want the specifics you should visit my friend the BC Fact Book: http://bit.ly/BC-FactBook. (and if you’re getting any financial aid, you’re almost certainly already getting some of BC’s money)
