Adding Reply Archived Topic: It will not be bumped to the top of the forum. Topic Why is school kicking my rear, this year? Membername   Not a member? Sign Up Free (takes 20 seconds) Password   Forgotten your password? Post Font: Verdana Arial Black Georgia Comic Sans Impact   Size: Tiny Normal Big Huge   Color: Default Dark Red Red Orange Brown Green Olive Cyan Blue Dark Blue Indigo Black [ Check Spelling ] [ Post Preview ] [ LiveTags ] FAQ Keyword Search: Post Options Favorites Manager Notify me of new replies to this topic by email Notify me of new replies to this topic by private message Original Post TigressaLynnMae Posted at 7:33 am on Oct. 6, 2008 This usually happens to Freshmen.   As a Freshman, I maintained a 3.5 overall GPA. I had good standing. I recieved my scholarship/tuition from the state. As a Sophomore, I slipped to a 2.90 GPA, but I still recieved my tuition from the state. I need to keep a 2.50, or above, this semester, as a Junior, and, right now, I only have a 2.40. One negligant point away! I don't know why school's so difficult for me, this semester. It's not that the courses are harder. I'm enjoying them, quite so. In fact, I'm actually enjoying my Quantitative Chemical Analysis class. I've got a good grade, in there, despite not being a Chemistry Girl. But the clas that I'm worried most about is my Environmental Science course. That's my major. I did well in 101, but for some reason, 102 is keping me at a barely passing C. (I need a C in all science and math related courses to further my degree...). I don't know if it's the fact that we only meet once a week, and that once a week meeting is bull, or if it's something more. We had two hurricanes interrupt us, and now we're behind in every course. We're barely on chapter two in my Physics class. Barely on chapter 5 in Micro. When, with both classes, we should be well into chapters 7 and 8. I just don't know, and it's depressing me. Maybe I don't know how to study? I...don't know.

Replies TigressaLynnMae Posted at 10:57 am on Oct. 7, 2008 Cheating's an option? Really?! ^_^ EmilyAnn Posted at 10:11 am on Oct. 7, 2008 Quote: from TigressaLynnMae at 9:05 pm on Oct. 6, 2008 I read. And then I type out what i see as important. And then I read that information. And, yes, it is the middle of the semester. We have barely 8 weeks left. I have set up meetings with them, and their words are as always: Everyone studies their own way. Come to me, with issues, but we can't study for you. Oh yeah, I guess it's farther into the semester than I thought.  Time sure flies. That's crazy. You are seriously doing everything you can...I guess that's all you can do. Just continue doing what you can and hope for the best. After all, what else can you do besides your best, other than cheat? TigressaLynnMae Posted at 7:05 pm on Oct. 6, 2008 I read. And then I type out what i see as important. And then I read that information. And, yes, it is the middle of the semester. We have barely 8 weeks left. I have set up meetings with them, and their words are as always: Everyone studies their own way. Come to me, with issues, but we can't study for you. EmilyAnn Posted at 5:46 pm on Oct. 6, 2008 Quote: from TigressaLynnMae at 7:30 pm on Oct. 6, 2008 See, I tell myself that. I tell myself, numerous times, "You're going to get an A, in this class. You're going to do the best that you can, and that best is an A." Nada. Damn. That's crazy. It sounds as if you're doing your absolute best. Do you combine methods of learning, like not only reading and studying the chapters but also taking notes, making notecards, etc.? I have no doubt that you do...but it just seems strange that you give it your all but aren't getting straight As. I'm feeling discouraged right now too, but I know that by busting my ass for the rest of this semester I should be able to get mostly As. I think you're being a little too hard on yourself -- you're obviously very smart and I think if you just keep pushing yourself as hard as you possibly can then you'll get above a 2.5. It's not even to the middle of the semester yet. I know you're talking to your professors, but maybe you need to spend some extra time with your Environmental Science prof. It might even be a good idea to set up a meeting with him/her and be frank with them. Just say, I'm having a really tough time with this course but I NEED to do well in it. Do you have any ideas for me? I've been trying everything. Or something like that. I really wish I could help you more. TigressaLynnMae Posted at 5:30 pm on Oct. 6, 2008 See, I tell myself that. I tell myself, numerous times, "You're going to get an A, in this class. You're going to do the best that you can, and that best is an A." Nada. EmilyAnn Posted at 4:42 pm on Oct. 6, 2008 Hmm. Perhaps you're having such trouble because you're telling yourself that you're doing so poorly? I know it may sound silly, but I really believe in positive thinking. If you force it into your head that you ARE smart and that you CAN do well in all your classes, then I think your grades will definitely improve. I've found that this had made a major difference in my life. In certain circumstances, including schoolwork, where I felt like I was doing a shitty job and constantly told myself I was doing poorly, that's just how I did. However, I've forced myself to tell myself "You WILL get an A in this class, you're easily capable of it" and things turn out better. Just try it. Might be your only option at this point, as you've already done everything else (that I can think of anyway). TigressaLynnMae Posted at 2:07 pm on Oct. 6, 2008 I've talked to my professors. I do study groups. I do tutoring. I just can't seem to get it right! ^_^ RIMHfire Posted at 7:57 am on Oct. 6, 2008 Study buddy, tutoring, switch up your studying methods. Maybe you're just in a rut and you'll get back out soon. Hi Carie Posted at 7:51 am on Oct. 6, 2008 have you considered going to tutoring/academic advising etc? I know my university had something like that was free for students. study groups? talk to your professors? All 9 previous replies displayed.