{"id":9217,"date":"2026-03-16T13:38:57","date_gmt":"2026-03-16T17:38:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cento.centre.edu\/?p=9217"},"modified":"2026-03-16T13:38:57","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T17:38:57","slug":"ask-abe-heavy-courseloader-looking-to-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cento.centre.edu\/index.php\/2026\/03\/16\/ask-abe-heavy-courseloader-looking-to-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Ask Abe: Heavy Courseloader Looking to Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

How do you Manage a Heavy Course Load?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, it\u2019s been quite a while since I had to borrow a book and take my time studying, but I will endeavor to do my best to help you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, let me say that I\u2019m very sorry for you. I know that at Centre we can\u2019t always avoid tough schedules. But you\u2019re strong, and you\u2019ll manage it\u2014by yourself or with a team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As for my main advice, I would recommend having some sort of planner. Lots of work means lots of moving parts to keep track of, and having to go back and correct one item you forgot about will make you more stressed than you already are. Whether it\u2019s online and sends you reminders, or paper where you check it daily, have a planner for your due dates and assignments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, Find time to relax. If it\u2019s midnight and you have an early class, it might be better for you to rest and be ready for the day than it will be for you to stay and do more work. Your health is what counts. I know that\u2019s rich coming from a statue who never moves, but I see you walking in and out of the library in the early mornings: you need some sleep!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Very importantly, ask for help. I see Centre\u2019s peer mentors, tutors, professors, and CLC staff entering the library every day wanting to help students who need it. I know it\u2019s cliche\u2014they\u2019ve been saying it since I was president\u2014but the hardest part is asking for help. Try it, even if it\u2019s scary. I think you\u2019ll find it helps<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And my biggest advice? Cry a bit. I struggle to cry\u2014being metal makes it difficult\u2014but my friend the Flame is always upset and needs to rant a bit before feeling better. I think everyone needs that, statue and student alike. Life is hard, that\u2019s the truth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Of course, should all else fail, never forget to drop a penny on my foot. I\u2019ll bring you all my well wishes and blessings of good luck!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What should I do this summer?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019m an advocate for working, whether in research,  internships, or just a summer job. In research, you can gain real-world experience while also learning what you actually like working in (important for Centre\u2019s dear STEM students). Internships are a tried-and-true way of gaining experience (and our Center for Career and Professional Development is always happy to help). And, of course, regular work for money is never something to scoff at. That\u2019s important (I collect all my pennies and invest them at the end of exam season)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How do I find the Shane to my Ilya?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, I\u2019m sorry to say, but if you\u2019re Illya, you may have to work on your lack of emotional availability\u2014you have to be able to have vulnerable conversations in a relationship. That, and you may have to subject yourself to a 10-year-long starship (which, while I enjoyed watching Heated Rivalry with the Flame, I have to say does not sound ideal).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But, if you have your heart set on this, you need to join a club or sport and find someone to be your rival\u2014then your dreams will really come true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oh, and, of course, learn Russian!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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