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Life has a lot of ups and downs, regardless of age. It sounds like your feeling down about the future, which can be really draining. I recommend seeking some extra support to navigate these existential feelings. BC Counseling Services (https://bit.ly/BCUCSOptions) is a great resource. I highly recommend checking them out.
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This is a disputed question, which is why I suspect you’re asking. Philosophers, theologians, pastors, politicians, doctors, lawyers, and many, many others have possible answers to this question. I’m feeling more medical than theological today, so I’ll suggest you start with the Blackwell Companion to Bioethics. To really answer the question, you have to answer what “human” means, and what “life” means. bit.ly/bcl-blackwell-bioethics
It’s natural to want to be loved! Try spending time with friends and family, enjoying hobbies, and caring for your self; this can bring you connection and joy until you find your special someone.
The Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo, The Starless Sea by Erin Morgenstern, and The Invisible Life of Addie La Rue by V.E. Schwab are three of my recent favorites. If you’re looking for more of a classic dark academia vibe, I’d check out Dracula, The Picture of Dorian Gray, and Frankenstein may put you in the mood.
I mean, don’t do that. But I suppose you could use the Boston College IRB’s guidelines as an anti-template. You could also watch season 1 of Batman: The Animated Series, where there are lots of profs at Gotham University doing unethical things.
In the 1930s, Gasson was oriented towards Linden Lane. At that time, the only other major buildings were Bapst Library, St. Mary’s, and Devlin Hall (View: bit.ly/bc-campus-1930). With the two grand staircases facing towards St. Mary’s, Linden Lane, Bapst, and the main entrance, that was likely thought of as the front. Since then, the campus has expanded to the point that one side faces O’Neill and lower campus, another faces Fulton and the Stokes Quad, and the other faces the College St. entrance and upper campus. It’s central! A front for each part of campus.
Arranged marriages really haven’t been a thing in the US for quite a while, but one does see some appeal occasionally. I think you’re great, and that good things will happen for you.
I’m afraid I can’t help you with that, but I suggest finding someone whose interests and values are similar to yours and whose personality you enjoy. Spend time getting to know them and see where it leads.
She doesn’t need a reason. And I know it’s hard, but don’t take it personally. Cheerfully go forward and look for someone who wants you the way you want them.
Just say “hi” and start a conversation about literally anything other than how attractive you think they are.
That sounds like a great conversation starter for serious basketball fans, because a good case can be made for either.
Oh, this is tough. Are we talking about singing, playing instruments, producing? Regardless, there’s a strong case for any of them, though I think we can all agree Shakira is the best dancer.
Oh dear. I’ve heard about this happening. You are not alone. One of my helpers has the following suggestions to get you through: 1) explore a campus club for pure fun and social connections–perhaps one that is a bit out of your comfort zone. 2) Get off campus on the weekends; ride the T and explore Brookline, Boston, Cambridge, etc. 3) Allow yourself to have some downtime–it’s okay. Have a wonderful year!
This sounds like something a medical professional can advise on much better than me!
My library assistants all love learning new things, which is why they work in a library. Why not learn some chemistry? If not now, when? But talk it over with your advisor to make sure you’ve got enough room for your major, minor, & core courses.
Sure!
If you mean Cristiano Ronaldo, he does have a claim to that title based on titles won and career stats, through Lionel Messi, Pele, and Diego Maradona all have strong cases in each of their favors.
That sounds really disappointing, and I have no answer for why it keeps happening. With groups, sometimes there’s more going on than simple qualifications. Maybe it would help to get to know some members?
