What is a mean field game or Monta Carlo simulation?

What is a mean field game or Monta Carlo simulation?
What is a mean field game or Monta Carlo simulation?

According to the Concise Oxford Dictionary of Mathematics, a monte carlo simulation is “The approximate solution of a problem using repeated sampling experiments, and observing the proportion of times some property is satisfied.” Much more detail from Encyclopedia of Mathematics: bit.ly/MonteMeth. Mean-field game theory is a part of game theory; you may enjoy the first few minutes of this video: bit.ly/VidMFG.

How to get along with professor/faculty who are strong/assertive in conversation, while you’re a euphemistic person?

How to get along with professor/faculty who are strong/assertive in conversation, while you're a euphemistic person?
How to get along with professor/faculty who are strong/assertive in conversation, while you’re a euphemistic person?

It can be hard when 2 people have very different communication styles. You might find it helpful to read articles about direct v. indirect styles, like this one: bit.ly/aw-direct-indirect. It might be worthwhile taking some verbal risks in that class.

Dear Wall, I am sharing my excitement this week with you that my boyfriend will come visiting me on Thursday.

We met at BC in 2019. We dated in the library and wrote questions on the wall. Thank you for always being here for us and our annoying questions! Love you my wall and my boy! 🐷❤️

Dear Wall, I am sharing my excitement this week with you that my boyfriend will come visiting me on Thursday. We met at BC in 2019. We dated in the library and wrote questions on the wall. Thank you for always being here for us and our annoying questions! Love you my wall and my boy!
Dear Wall, I am sharing my excitement this week with you that my boyfriend will come visiting me on Thursday. We met at BC in 2019. We dated in the library and wrote questions on the wall. Thank you for always being here for us and our annoying questions! Love you my wall and my boy!

So exciting! Nothing like a library romance. Some libraries have whole sections for romance. Have a great visit and maybe you will post something to me together.

Hi wall: Do you know why my friend suffers from Leahyphobia?

Hi wall: Do you know why my friend suffers from Leahyphobia?
Hi wall: Do you know why my friend suffers from Leahyphobia?

So sorry to hear that your friend is suffering. I can’t tell you why your friend developed this phobia, but as with other phobias, treatment varies for each person. Gradually increasing exposure in a controlled manner is often the recommended treatment. I imagine Fr. Leahy does not have time to help with that process, so perhaps cognitive behavioral therapy would be the better approach. Your friend could explore their fear to determine what aspects of the phobia produce negative responses, and then develop tools to cope in a healthier manner.

How do you make a krabby patty?

How do you make a krabby patty?
How do you make a krabby patty?

The formula for making krabby patties remains a secret. Considering the fact that krabby patties are mainly meant to be consumed by sea creatures adds to the mystery. There have been all sorts of attempts at making versions that would be more appealing to humans, though. Here’s one popular attempt: https://bit.ly/3D3TUWs

How do I find a boyfriend? :(

How do I find a boyfriend? :(
How do I find a boyfriend? 🙁

If you’re not into dating apps you can try the old-fashioned approach. Meet new people, ideally by doing things you enjoy already. Live your life, worry about other things. Love has a habit of showing up when you’re busy with something else.

I just broke up with my boyfriend. I still love him but he is too childish and I have to wait for him to grow up…So depressed. 😭

I just broke up with my boyfriend. I still love him but he is too childish and I have to wait for him to grow up...So depressed. 😭
I just broke up with my boyfriend. I still love him but he is too childish and I have to wait for him to grow up…So depressed. 😭

Breakups hurt. Give it time, but don’t be afraid to get help (bit.ly/BC-counseling has a relationship support group) if it is interfering with your life and studies too long. He just might grow up and come back into your life, but more likely you will move on and find someone with a more mature outloook in time.

What is the perfect or best work/life balance?

What is the perfect or best work/life balance?
What is the perfect or best work/life balance?

Would you believe there are times when I just take a break from the answering gig? It’s true. It’s a highly individual balance, but you’ll get clues from your body and mind when you’re getting it right – or not. I recommend checking in with the Office of Health Promotions (bit.ly/BC-health-promo), they know all about this.