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What are your biggest concerns/worries for this new school year?

 
Old 08-26-2009 at 03:32 PM   #16
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From Toronto to Hamilton = really sucks. The closer to downtown Toronto you live, the more the transition will suck. That's my opinion anyways.
Yeah, I agree. I’ve been going to school in downtown Toronto for the past 6 year... When I went to McMaster during [email protected], it felt totally different.

I think it’ll be fine after a month or two. It just takes some time to settle in.
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Yeah, I agree. I’ve been going to school in downtown Toronto for the past 6 year... When I went to McMaster during [email protected], it felt totally different.

I think it’ll be fine after a month or two. It just takes some time to settle in.
I didn't exactly live downtown, but it sure felt like downtown Toronto compared to Hamilton >.< Maybe the atmosphere on campus will make up for it a little bit.
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Old 08-26-2009 at 03:47 PM   #18
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Old 08-26-2009 at 03:48 PM   #19
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Yeah, it would suck if you're from Toronto, especially from Downtown Toronto. It'll be so peaceful for you guys here in Hamilton. :p
Old 08-26-2009 at 04:24 PM   #20
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My only fear is that my 2nd year is a repeat of my first year: me trying to meet people but my psycho ex boyfriend scaring them off by hacking my msn/facebook/iphone and thus resulting in me not having a lot of friends.
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Old 08-26-2009 at 04:25 PM   #21
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My only fear is that my 2nd year is a repeat of my first year: me trying to meet people but my psycho ex boyfriend scaring them off by hacking my msn/facebook/iphone and thus resulting in me not having a lot of friends.
Get a restraining order... it might seem extreme, but you do what you gotta do!
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Old 08-26-2009 at 04:26 PM   #22
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Old 08-26-2009 at 04:30 PM   #23
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Get a restraining order... it might seem extreme, but you do what you gotta do!
Hence why he's now my ex

Also, hence why I'm staying single this year. XD Lol.
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Hence why he's now my ex

Also, hence why I'm staying single this year. XD Lol.
I like the restraining order idea
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Old 08-26-2009 at 05:34 PM   #25
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5. having to use communal washrooms every day...
Using communal washrooms can be a huge adjustment. Being insecure, I had a lot of difficulty prior to move in. I was really scared and didn't want to use communal washrooms. At first it definitely takes a bit of adjusting to, however, you'll soon realize that it is not as scary as one may think.

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1. Some floors have private washrooms that lock. For example, a person in Whidden can shower and change in the first floor.
2. Use the shower at off times. There are certain times of the day when fewer people use the washroom. During 10 am- 5pm usually people are in and out of class so it's less likely for there to be a lot of traffic in the washrooms.

Also, one of my biggest fears was having someone stealing my clothes while I was in the shower. That has never happened so that's not even something to be slightly concerned about.

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Old 08-26-2009 at 05:37 PM   #26
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My only fear is that my 2nd year is a repeat of my first year: me trying to meet people but my psycho ex boyfriend scaring them off by hacking my msn/facebook/iphone and thus resulting in me not having a lot of friends.
I know you have already resolved the issue. However, for anyone who is in the situation where they have a possessive significant other, please speak to a counsellor at CSD, or your residence Community Advisor to help out. McMaster offers various services so using them can be highly beneficial.
Old 08-26-2009 at 05:49 PM   #27
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Yeah, it would suck if you're from Toronto, especially from Downtown Toronto. It'll be so peaceful for you guys here in Hamilton. :p
Yep. Even worse when your from the East Side Toronto (Scarborough). Union station is a damn hassle.

1. Off campus living (roomies, food costs, MONEY)
2. Not being able to get a part-time job
3. Grades
4. Lack of Starbucks
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Old 08-26-2009 at 06:15 PM   #28
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1. Concerned about not having enough money for books/supplies/living costs
2. I might not be able to get a job because of the heavy workload
3. Not being able to find a job, even if I decided to work
4. Not having enough work experience when I graduate (especially related to my chosen field)
5. Meeting the pre-requisites and qualifications to get into an internship in final year
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Old 08-26-2009 at 06:19 PM   #29
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2. my programming skills might be lacking for engineering physics
1. group projects i hate those
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Balancing 12 courses (2 overloaded 4th year classes) while being on exec teams for clubs as well as doing Business Competitions AND being a TA for a course each semester.

Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa aaaay.
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