Follow up question: Thank you! By Columbia College I meant the one in NYC. My question was not how to apply but how to be accepted. Thanks!

Follow up question: Thank you! By Columbia College I meant the one in NYC. My question was not how to apply but how to be accepted. Thanks!
Follow up question: Thank you! By Columbia College I meant the one in NYC. My question was not how to apply but how to be accepted. Thanks!

It’s a highly competitive process, with an acceptance rate in the single digits. There is no guaranteed way to be accepted. Your grades and test scores are what they are, so the parts you can work on include making sure your resume or list of activities is comprehensive, getting the best recommendations you can, and writing a truly remarkable personal statement. I wish you the best of luck! (But will miss you if you go.)

How do I know if a racoon attacked me on Dec 1st?

How do I know if a racoon attacked me on Dec 1st?
How do I know if a racoon attacked me on Dec 1st?

Think back to December 1st. Did a you get attacked by an animal on that day? If yes, was that animal raccoon-like? If yes, was that animal a raccoon? There you are. In all seriousness, if you did get bitten/scratched by a wild animal and you’re not sure what kind of animal it was, you should probably go to a doctor to have them check it out. There are a lot of nasty diseases out there.

Do you have any questions for me?

Do you have any questions for me?
Do you have any questions for me?

What suggestions do you have for things you would like to see at the library?

Solar powered desk lamps at Bapst, hot water faucet, remove hyper masculine graffiti, stress ball :-P
Solar powered desk lamps at Bapst, hot water faucet, remove hyper masculine graffiti, stress ball 😛

All great ideas! Keep ’em coming! I’ll pass them all along to people who might be able to make something happen.

Why did they turn the fans off in the plex? And they don’t open the door for air anymore. It’s 100 degrees & SUFFOCATING even in the winter.

Why did they turn the fans off in the plex? And they don't open the door for air anymore. It's 100 degrees & SUFFOCATING even in the winter.
Why did they turn the fans off in the plex? And they don’t open the door for air anymore. It’s 100 degrees & SUFFOCATING even in the winter.

Terry Gilman (Plex Facilities Mgr.) tells me they work hard to maintain the “ideal” temperature of about 72F; it’s hard in an aging building. They can’t open doors if it’s below 65F, because the heating system will crank up. Fans are put in place in warmer months. The spin room and multipurpose room have ac; the main gym does not, but they will open the big doors when it gets to 65-70F.

Why is my butt so sweaty?

Why is my butt so sweaty?
Why is my butt so sweaty?

Butts don’t sweat more than the rest of the body; it’s just that other parts of the body let sweat wick away via clothing and evaporate. The butt is often sitting on a surface that blocks wicking or evaporation. Get up and move around more often. And maybe try clothing designed for wicking (or just cotton fabric).

What can I do at BC on the weekends?

What can I do at BC on the weekends?
What can I do at BC on the weekends?

Check out the BC Events calendar: http://events.bc.edu/calendar. Or if you want to break-out a bit and explore what Boston/Cambridge/Somerville have to offer, take a look at the The Boston Calendar: bit.ly/boston-events-free (there are lots of free events listed). Speaking of Cambridge, my helpers tell me that the Hi-Rise Bread Company has tasty food.

While I greatly appreciate the empathetic answers this wall and the librarians provide, I’m not looking for emotional support

While I greatly appreciate the empathetic answers this wall and the librarians provide, I'm not looking for emotional support -- I'd really appreciate if I could get the data and policy clarification for the questions! (Especially these that the administrate team don't always give/tell you). P.S. Thx! I know the Dean of Students Office contact info. Can u post the answer directly?
While I greatly appreciate the empathetic answers this wall and the librarians provide, I’m not looking for emotional support — I’d really appreciate if I could get the data and policy clarification for the questions! (Especially these that the administrate team don’t always give/tell you). P.S. Thx! I know the Dean of Students Office contact info. Can u post the answer directly?
But I really want to know the number of how many students are bieng section 12 in the past few years. --Just out of curiosity. I'm not trying to annoy you!! BTW, In case you're interested in the nation's average numbers.... AUCCCD's survey report is helpful (I'm just curious about BC's data!!!!)
But I really want to know the number of how many students are bieng section 12 in the past few years. –Just out of curiosity. I’m not trying to annoy you!! BTW, In case you’re interested in the nation’s average numbers…. AUCCCD’s survey report is helpful (I’m just curious about BC’s data!!!!)

UCS has responded about Section 12 #’s: “We do not have a number of people who have been involuntarily committed to a psychiatric hospital (section12), so I cannot provide that. You are correct to say that it is quite low. Most people who go to a hospitalization do so collaboratively rather than involuntarily.”

Any safety tips about walking back to to Upper from O’Neill around 3am or 4am in the morning?

Any safety tips about walking back to to Upper from O'Neill around 3am or 4am in the morning? It's peaceful yet somehow spooky, and I'm not sure if I want to bother Eagle Escort for such a short-distance trip (would feel guilty for that). Any suggestion?
Any safety tips about walking back to to Upper from O’Neill around 3am or 4am in the morning? It’s peaceful yet somehow spooky, and I’m not sure if I want to bother Eagle Escort for such a short-distance trip (would feel guilty for that). Any suggestion?

BCPD actually has a webpage for safety tips (bit.ly/BCStreetSmarts) where they recommend you call Eagle Escort for late night trips. Some of my favorite tips are to travel with other people, always be aware of your surroundings, and call for a ride if you’re alone. Call Eagle Escort! BCPD encourages it because they are here to keep you safe. You might feel guilty for calling, but they’ll feel guilty if something ever happens to you – God forbid.

Why is that ppl not only put medical history, but also things like previous DCF involvement on the pink-paper when they sectioned12 you?

Why is that ppl not only put medical history, but also things like previous DCF involvement on the pink-paper when they sectioned12 you? And why is that the hospital social worker has to ask that info in front of your parents (like they always LOVE to ask about family situation in front of parents since your childhood). Don't they know this creates a LOT OF drama and can be hurtful???
Why is that ppl not only put medical history, but also things like previous DCF involvement on the pink-paper when they sectioned12 you? And why is that the hospital social worker has to ask that info in front of your parents (like they always LOVE to ask about family situation in front of parents since your childhood). Don’t they know this creates a LOT OF drama and can be hurtful???

Yes, I agree, that seems like it would be a difficult situation, and I’m sorry you (or someone you know) had to go through it. It sounds like your complaint is with the hospital staff, so I recommend addressing them.

I LOVE YOU

I LOVE YOU
I LOVE YOU

Seeing as this post-it was located on the stairwell bannister, perhaps you love the bannister? I *think* the bannister loves you, too. It’s hard to tell. Bannisters & walls speak linguistically unrelated languages. If you meant me, well, (blush) I love you, too. If you meant someone else entirely, I hope the love is requited.

Dear Library Wall & the offices that answered the questions: Thank you for the great answers to the questions. To be fair, I do think BC has a pretty great support system for students and the UCS is pretty professional and helpful to students.

Dear Library Wall & the offices that answered the questions: Thank you for the great answers to the questions. To be fair, I do think BC has a pretty great support system for students and the UCS is pretty professional and helpful to students. I do know ppl @ UCS work really hard, and students usually have good experience there. So... just want to say that students in need can really benefit from asking for help. Hopefully the questions posted previously don't scare anyone away! I'm not trying to cause you trouble. :)
Dear Library Wall & the offices that answered the questions: Thank you for the great answers to the questions. To be fair, I do think BC has a pretty great support system for students and the UCS is pretty professional and helpful to students. I do know ppl @ UCS work really hard, and students usually have good experience there. So… just want to say that students in need can really benefit from asking for help. Hopefully the questions posted previously don’t scare anyone away! I’m not trying to cause you trouble. 🙂

Thank you, it’s good to hear these answers are helping. And I agree, UCS and the Dean of Students office are full of professionals who really care about students’ welfare.

Will you be able to get the number of students who are section 12 in the past, say 5 yrs? And if they can request hospital?

Will you be able to get the number of students who are section 12 in the past, say 5 yrs? And if they can request hospital? Or do I have to contact the Dean of Students Office, as most of ur previous answer suggested? How can I not be scared of reaching out?
Will you be able to get the number of students who are section 12 in the past, say 5 yrs? And if they can request hospital? Or do I have to contact the Dean of Students Office, as most of ur previous answer suggested? How can I not be scared of reaching out?

It sounds like what you need is assurance that you won’t lose control over decision-making in the process of healing. Those numbers may or may not provide that assurance for you, even if they’re quite low. I do recommend you contact the Dean of Students office for your questions about policies & how you might be affected.

Who answers these questions?

Who answers these questions? They're always answered so well. Big ol props my guy ❤️
Who answers these questions? They’re always answered so well. Big ol props my guy ❤️

Why, thank you! I answer the questions, of course. But I get a lot of help from my assistants, who come from all over the BC Libraries (and ITS), and people in all the departments and offices over campus – and beyond – who take the time to give me info when I reach out to them.

How do you find hope? How do you make sure hope doesn’t hurt you more?

How do you find hope? How do you make sure hope doesn't hurt you more? I am really trying my best!!!!
How do you find hope? How do you make sure hope doesn’t hurt you more? I am really trying my best!!!!

I can tell you’re trying your best. I admire your persistence. In fact, your persistence is inspiring and has given at least one of my assistants the courage to work through some of their own difficulties. So it doesn’t seem from my perspective like hope is what’s missing. Maybe it’s trust? When you fear that trust could be betrayed, it’s hard to take a risk. But you’ve also already demonstrated your courage in sharing as much as you have here. You really are hopeful & courageous, so I believe you have the capacity to keep trying until you heal.