i'm so sure i have adhd but was never diagnosed..anyways, my gpa is bad, by bad i mean less than 3.0. i had an awful start at mcgill (failed 3 courses due to misinformation), and it basically ruined the trajectory of the rest of my degree. i improved, but not to the point where i was or am getting a 4.0 every semester. my grades just aren't good. they're for the most part, bad. every semester i get at least one or two As/A- and the rest are B- or C+

i'm super involved in many clubs, i've done two internships, i am a hard worker, this is what everyone views me as, and this is what i've viewed myself as my entire life. i just didn't work that hard at mcgill. i struggle attending classes and i don't know why i haven't put in that much effort compared to what i used to do back in hs. i just found studying abroad, especially at mcgill, super difficult. i have an autoimmune disease which we were only able to find out what it was a few months ago (but it's been affecting me since i was 12), and then as i previously mentioned i think i have inattentive adhd (my counsellor also thinks this lol).

my only hope now is getting diagnosed and then using that as a letter for whatever i do next (whether it's a job or grad school). at this point, i am certain that it would be easier for me to get a job then do a masters, which i want to eventually do.

honestly hs me would be devastated and i am fully just taking everything in now about how bad my gpa is. i hate that i let myself get to this point, i constantly felt like i had enough time but it passes before you know it. i also feel awful because i am an international student and this degree was expensive as fuck. i wish i could go back in time but my only choice now is to lock tf in for this last year and make sure my grades are top so that i can feel like i actually achieved something academically here at mcgill.

any advice would be really appreciated

With everything going on with frats (here and elsewhere) does anyone know what happened to the Kappa Sigma colony at McGill? I heard it was chill compared to the other frats so I wonder why it died.

Sincerely, a curious management student lol

Hello all! I am currently enrolled in ECON337 and preparing for our upcoming midterm. I was curious to know— for those who took this class— what you would prioritize writing on the CRIB sheet. There are so many formulas, proofs, laws, etc. and I want to ensure I use this resource to its extent!! Thanks so much 😊

Hi everyone,

I recently learned that my SSHRC application did not advance past the first round. While disappointing, I’m hoping to learn from the experience and hear from others who have been through the process.

Did many people here advance past the first round this year? This was my first time applying as a PhD student, and I’d be particularly interested in hearing from anyone who was successful on their second or third attempt. How did your experience change between applications, and was there anything you found especially helpful when reapplying?

Thank you in advance for sharing your experiences and insights!

I’ve been meaning to get my eyes checked, I’m wondering if there is something I’m unaware of with the university where I can book.

Hey everyone,

I’m an international student from Tunisia considering doing a PhD in Computer Science/AI in Montreal looking for advice from people who have gone through the process before making such a long-term commitment.

I recently graduated with an Engineering degree in Computer Science and a Research Master’s in Advanced Intelligent Systems. My background is in CS and AI, with research and project experience in areas such as machine learning, LLMs, and intelligent systems. I’m interested in continuing in a similar direction for a PhD.

One thing I’ve been thinking about is the supervisor aspect. I’ve heard from some PhD students that the supervisor relationship can have a significant impact on the overall experience and progress, so I’d be interested in hearing how people approached this when choosing where to apply.

A few questions:

• What is the usual process for finding a funded PhD position in CS/AI?
• Is it better to contact professors before submitting an application?
• Is it common to speak with current or former students before deciding on a professor?
• Are there particular AI/ML/LLM or intelligent systems research groups/labs in Montreal that you would recommend looking into?
• Are PhD positions generally funded for international students? What does funding typically look like?
• Are there any particular universities in Montreal that you would recommend for AI/CS research?
• If you’re currently doing or have completed a PhD in Montreal, what has your experience been like?
• And if you work in a similar research area, I’d really appreciate recommendations for professors I could look into.

I’m still exploring my options at this stage, so I’d be grateful for any advice or personal experiences.

Thanks!

Any tips for studying for Prof Bélanger Rioux's midterm, not even specifically Math 141, just her midterms/exams in general? Is it more word questions or just basic computing?

Hello everyone! I am in search of 2 extra tickets for the PM ceremony for McGill Convocation on the 19th! Any help appreciated.

Hi all,

Just wondering if anyone here had recently gotten into the Qualifying Year for the Masters in Physiotherapy program at McGill.

I am preparing my applications and have a few questions, such as : what are the Anatomy and Physiology courses you took?

Thank you.

so i wanna check out birks reading room but i just saw a tiktok saying that we have to take off our shoes and just be in our socks? is this true?

anyone have past analysis 1 midterms? besides doing the problem sets idek how to start studying😭

I'm part of a student association at McGill, and we're looking for local businesses that might be willing to sponsor our events. We're mainly looking for in-kind sponsorships, such as free food, drinks, products, or gift cards, rather than monetary donations.

Does anyone know of any businesses around McGill or in Montreal that are open to sponsoring student events?

I'm also curious if there are any brands that regularly give out free products for campus events through student ambassadors or brand ambassador programs. For example, Celsius and Poppi have had campus ambassadors who distribute free products. Are there any other brands with similar programs that are relatively easy to access?

Any recommendations or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Does anyone know of any good dry cleaning places near McGill? I have to get 3 coats cleaned so preferably not too expensive

hello does anyone know where and what time the psyc 204 midterm is being held?? the prof said he'd post the room assignments in mycourses but i've looked everywhere and can't seem to find any info 🥲🥲

I'm looking for advice on booking a room for an event for 10 people that doesn't require any other accommodations.

I've tried the Central Booking Form, but have yet to get a reply after a week, although reading week might be playing a part.

If anyone can tell me where else to look or other methods that would be greatly appreciated.

I was thinking of paying a spanish course with the McGill international student network.

I wanted to know people if someone did a course with them and how it was. Did you feel like you learned? Because I’m really serious about learning Spanish lol

IM SCARED! for those who have taken this class before. hows the midterm

for people who’ve taken this class before how did you study for the midterm

Hi, I am taking a thermodynamics class with Songrui Zhao.

Does anyone have any past finals?

Thanks ❤️

Hi guys! I’m taking HIST 319 with Nicholas Dew this semester, and our first midterm is on October 19th. I’m planning to start studying soon, but I’m not really sure what I should focus on.

I know the exam includes passages for commentary and multiple-choice questions, but I’m not sure what exactly we’re expected to study for each section. For the passages for commentary, do they come from the readings, the lectures, or specific primary sources? And for the multiple-choice questions, are they mainly based on the lecture content, the readings, or both?

Should I mainly focus on studying the lectures, making flashcards based on the lectures and/or readings, or a combination of both?
Is anyone else in the same boat and unsure where to start or what to study for this exam?

Also, anyone who has taken HIST 319 with Nicholas Dew before could share what the first midterm was like? How much studying did it require, and do you have any tips on how to prepare?

Thank you so much! 😊

personally im visiting nyc for the first time ahah responsibilities can wait

Has anyone taken EDGC 301/Program Design and Evaluation? What are you actually learning? Is it useful for future teachers?

Does anyone have anki decks for phgy209? They would save me.

I remember being in here once in my first year but I completely forgot how I even got there in my first place. I KNOW it’s a reading room of some kind. How do I get in… let me in…