I am really really disappointed about myself nearly failing a class that I’m majoring in. … What should I do?

Wall: I am really really disappointed about myself nearly failing a class that I'm majoring in. I think I lost hope. What should I do?
Wall: I am really really disappointed about myself nearly failing a class that I’m majoring in. I think I lost hope. What should I do?

You are not your grades, or your work, or the idea of yourself that you or others have. Be gentle with yourself, maybe talk to your advisor and some faculty in your major about what you could improve, but don’t take it as a judgment on you, because it’s not. Figure out what you need to do to get where you want to go, let people know about it, and you will sometimes find that the world finds ways to help you. I have great confidence in you, you’ll be fine.

Are actors good significant others?

Are actors good significant others? Discuss
Are actors good significant others? Discuss

They can be? I suppose the concern here is that an actor could act like they are interested in you even when they’re not. In reality, there are plenty of people that aren’t actors by trade that can be good at acting or faking emotions (part of the definition of psychopathy is the ability to do this). And there are plenty of bad actors that try to make a living out of it. Actor, as a profession, doesn’t tell you anything about whether the person wears their heart on their sleeve, is private, controlling, manipulative, loving, introspective, etc. People run a wide gamut, and their chosen profession usually doesn’t tell you much about them more an any stereotype about any other group of people.

Wall I invite u to watch Frozen 2 w/ me!

Wall (Snowflake)+(Heart) I invite u to watch Frozen 2 w/ me!
Wall (Snowflake)+(Heart) I invite u to watch Frozen 2 w/ me!Wall (Snowflake)+(Heart) I invite u to watch Frozen 2 w/ me!

I’m touched by the invitation! I will be there in spirit; please let me know what you thought of it.

Ok (Reply to Frozen 2 invite)
Ok
The song "Lost in the Woods" is really good also "Into the Unknown" The best is still "Let it go" tho
The song “Lost in the Woods” is really good also “Into the Unknown” The best is still “Let it go” tho

Disney employs some good songwriters. From Dumbo to Frozen, it’s a rare Disney film without a few good numbers.

How do you confess to liking someone without getting upset afterwards if that person does not feel the same towards you?

How do you confess to liking someone without getting upset afterwards if that person does not feel the same towards you?
How do you confess to liking someone without getting upset afterwards if that person does not feel the same towards you?

Try not to take it personally if someone you like doesn’t feel the same way about you. The fact that you were brave enough to express your feelings is something a lot of people struggle with. Being brave enough to express your feelings should give you inspiration for trying again in the future if things don’t work out.

I’ve been wondering for a while as to why UCS emergency response clinicians has dual role at the School of Social Work,

I've been wondering for a while as to why UCS emergency response clinicians has dual role at the School of Social Work, the people on some of their referrals teach at BC. etc Isn't it kind of awkward for the student to utilize the service? P.S. Nothing against anyone but if it is better to avoid dual relationship?
I’ve been wondering for a while as to why UCS emergency response clinicians has dual role at the School of Social Work, the people on some of their referrals teach at BC. etc Isn’t it kind of awkward for the student to utilize the service? P.S. Nothing against anyone but if its better to avoid dual relationship?

If that’s the case, it does seem like it could be awkward, though I’m sure a crisis counselor in a small community like BC is accustomed to being discreet. I would suppose the SSW and a student could make an arrangement in which they weren’t the student of someone who had responded to them in crisis. If you’re concerned about such an eventuality, talk to UCS about it: bit.ly/BC-counseling.

How do I get to any of the rooftops of BC buildings?

How do I get to any of the rooftops of BC buildings? Any place to relax? ❤️❤️❤️
How do I get to any of the rooftops of BC buildings? Any place to relax? ❤️❤️❤️

My diagonally-oriented distant cousins the roofs are very hush-hush about their access points because they don’t want to harm anyone, and are aware they’re both dangerous and tempting destinations to humans who like views & solitude. If you like heights and views, my 5th floor windows are quite nice. Or how about a hike up a local hill instead? I recommend Peters Hill in Arnold Arboretum (not far & an easy walk) or the Blue Hills for something a little more challenging (also further & not on public transit).

I want to know why acknowledging that Taiwan and Hong Kong are not countries,. which, in fact, they’re not, would be a form of “oppression”.

I want to know why acknowledging that Taiwan and Hong Kong are not countries,. which, in fact, they're not, would be a form of "oppression" |^| ???? That's just the official undisputed state of things.
I want to know why acknowledging that Taiwan and Hong Kong are not countries,. which, in fact, they’re not, would be a form of “oppression” |^| ???? That’s just the official undisputed state of things.
Sure it might be justified in some arguments to list them separately, but there's no reason at all to list them as "countries",. That's a factual mistake.
Sure it might be justified in some arguments to list them separately, but there’s no reason at all to list them as “countries”, that’s a factual mistake.

I’d encourage you to get in touch with the Office of International Students by email to make sure your view is heard.

Accidentally knew a friend going through depression but not close to them. How to help?

Accidentally knew a friend going through depression but not close to them. How to help? Thanks
Accidentally knew a friend going through depression but not close to them. How to help? Thanks

I would say making the effort to communicate and offering support are some of the best things you can do for someone who is depressed. Your attempts to reach out may be met with some unpleasant reactions, but I would still say showing that you‘re willing to help someone who‘s dealing with something like depression can hopefully go a long way with helping someone overcome a negative mindset.

How do you shoot your shot?

How do you shoot your shot?
How do you shoot your shot?

Move into space, aim, press circle (sometimes square), and hope for the best. If I score, I celebrate. If I miss, I blame scripting.

(Nike logo) Just Do It. (Under Armour logo) I Will)
(Nike logo) Just Do It. (Under Armour logo) I Will)

There’s an interesting rumor involving the two brands. Supposedly, Stephen Curry lost interest in becoming a Nike athlete after a disatrous presentation intended for Kevin Durant was mistakenly shown to him. While Nike has a well established reputation as an athletic apparel giant, it will be interesting to see how Under Armour tries to make a name for itself going forward.

St. Paul’s in BAMD

St. Paul's in BAND
St. Paul’s in BAMD

If you’re talking about iDKHOW, I’m not sure where St. Paul comes in. And vice versa. You have done a rare thing. You have baffled the Answer Wall. Poll: Is this post talking about: A) An actual saint named Paul B) iDKHOW C) Duh! It’s so obvious.

How do I get to the gasson bell tower?

How do I get to the gasson bell tower?
How do I get to the gasson bell tower?

My cousin the bell tower, in spite of their frequent ringing, is mute on the subject of access. There’s a clue (bit.ly/bells-clue) but it predates renovation. Here’s a bit of a virtual tour: http://bit.ly/BCM-gasson, and another: http://bit.ly/burnsblog-gasson.

I’m taking Quantum Mechanics but am not convinced it’s real. What do you think?

I'm taking Quantum Mechanics but am not convinced it's real. What do you think?
I’m taking Quantum Mechanics but am not convinced it’s real. What do you think?

My helper is typing up this answer on a computer whose microchips involve quantum mechanics, and looking at the words on an LED screen which does too. But there’s really no way to know unless you take the class. Except that once you do, that changes the experimental conditions. It’s complicated. Here, read about a cat. http://bit.ly/bc-qm

In response to OISS email:

In response to OISS email: I echo that BC should continue to list Taiwan, Hong Kong, and China seperately on the statistic website. Making the changes would be a form of oppression towards students from other non-China country. It would be very unwise during this sensitive time in regards to the Hong Kong protest as well.
In response to OISS email: I echo that BC should continue to list Taiwan, Hong Kong, and China seperately on the statistic website. Making the changes would be a form of oppression towards students from other non-China country. It would be very unwise during this sensitive time in regards to the Hong Kong protest as well.

I recommend you let OISS know directly by emailing them. I’m sure they’re hearing different perspectives on this issue. For those not in the know, the Office of International Students and Scholars at BC (bc.edu/offices/oiss) reports on numbers of students from different countries. Currently, the data differentiates the People’s Republic of China (PRC) from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan; the PRC officially does not recognize these entities as separate from the PRC.