Dear Abe, How do I plan for a major when I have no idea where to begin? Hello, friend! Don’t worry about major planning! I know it can be a stressful period of time, especially for a first year, but there are strategies and steps you can take to minimize your anxiety. First, brainstorm a […]
Category: Advice
Dear Abe: Abrahow to Get Friends?
Dear Abe, I’m having trouble building connections on campus. I have a lot of acquaintances, but I don’t know how to get to know them better. What should I do? Boy, I’ve been in your shoes! It isn’t easy being a giant bronze statue in front of the library. But here are some things that […]
Dear Abe: Abe-y, It’s Cold Outside
Dear Abe, It’s so cold all the time on the weekend, and Danville and Centre are so boring, Abe. What can I do on the weekends? – Dull in Danville Hey, friend! I know that the days are getting colder and there aren’t many activities planned since finals are coming, but don’t you worry, I’ve […]
Dear First-Years: Take Initiative by Jenna Nicodemus
by Jenna Nicodemus (Managing Editor) When I was a first-year, taking initiative seemed daunting. I have always been shy, and I arrived at Centre knowing absolutely nobody. However, I managed to find an amazing friend group not even halfway through my first semester, and I was able to stay on top of my classes, too. […]
Cento Dear: Dying Plants, Disconnection, Trader Joe’s, Dating
Hi all, Welcome to Cento Dear- The Cento’s first ever advice column for Centre College students! While this advice column isn’t exclusively for college students, I think it’s essential to have an outlet where we can ask questions and receive advice. I’ve always been fascinated with the idea of an advice column- especially in […]