When people call me names or take my stuff, I don’t have the courage to say anything. You are stronger than you think, says our elder. It’s brave of you…
Can introverts go to college?
I’m an introvert with average grades who sucks at sports. What can I put on my college resume? Our elder serves up a ton of ideas, and loads of encouragement….
School… or sailing the world?
I love my university but I’m a free spirit at heart. How can I follow my passion for adventure? You have your whole life ahead of you, says our elder….
I’m going to get rejected!
A sophomore is already feeling anxious about getting into college. Stop right there, says our elder. Who said you had to be perfect? Dear EWC Universities. Applications. Rejections. The whole…
Can I start learning at 18?
A letter writer who was homeschooled spent a lot of that time playing video games, but now he wants to turn his life around. Can our elder show him a…
Should I room with my friend?
A letter writer’s friend wants to room with him at college. Thing is, he’s a bit of an introvert. Is this a good idea? I can’t make your decision for…
They spread lies about me!
Backstabbers at my expensive school have ruined everything between me and my crush. Ignore the gossip, says our elder. Talk to your crush and set the record straight. Dear…
Is it OK to change my mind?
I thought I had college all worked out but now I’m not so sure. There’s nothing irresponsible about switching course, says our elder. Give yourself time to figure out your…
IT is giving me anxiety
This letter writer felt pressured into taking IT classes – and it’s stressing them out. Talk to your parents, says our elder. Trust them to help you through. Dear…
Will I be too old?
This letter writer wants to take a gap year before med school but is worried about being older than their classmates. Our elder helps them overcome their “age consciousness”. Dear…