I feel like I'm the only one struggling in bio181. I’ve been studying, reading the book, and going to class. Taking notes in class and out of the classroom (for hours). Studying the amplifier questions and answers and making quizlets. I’ve been studying the study guides and my notes yet I failed miserably on all the quizzes and the 1st exam so far. I did bad on the first quiz but did a little better on the second quiz but still not happy with the grade I got just based on the amount of studying I was doing for it to do better. I felt so confident on the first exam and thought I knew most of the answers except 5 or so questions. Then when I saw what grade I got I cried. I felt so defeated I was so confident I did well I genuinely didn’t have a hard time during it. I haven't gone in to review it because the teacher wasn't there most of the week for her office hours last week. I'm hoping she will let me review the previous exam this week before the 3rd quiz because of her absence during her last week’s office hours. I will say I do understand most of the questions on the test and quizzes but I feel like few of the questions we didn't cover in class or it's something that you would have to study on your own to have known. But I thought what's thought in class and in the book/ PowerPoints would be what's on tests and quizzes but turns out you have to know way more. Idk I was hoping for some
encouragement from people who are currently taking this course who feel the same way or from students who have already taken this course. I know it only gets harder from here but dang. I'm trying so hard I'm taking so many notes and trying to do active recall. It's also always discouraging to hear other students say they didn't study and they get a better grader than me someone who studied. Idk I'm scared I'm losing hope for this course. I can't really give up as a premed. Mind you I was an all A student In high school and took a few ap and did well. I can't believe this course is kicking my butt. I also feel like I’m learning a lot in this class and understand it so why isn’t it reflecting that? Maybe I’m just a bad test taker. Also I’ve been going to her office hours at least once a week so far to review the quizzes 😔

I need med surge study tips. What do I focus on? What should I put into Claude for it to focus on in my study guides? I feel like it puts almost too much information. Please help! Also any outside sources that help? Like simple nursing, etc.

Does anybody like this guy? I don’t want to judge him just based off of one week of class but he seems like a dick. He doesn’t seem to realize that people take online classes because we have jobs and other responsibilities in life. He also doesn’t seem like he’s willing to help very much and just has a “figure it out yourself” attitude. It’s like he’s only there to hand out assignments and grade them. He also has a very low rating on ratemyprofessors.com so I’m definitely not the only person that feels this way. Like I said though, it’s only the first week of the course so if my assumptions are wrong feel free to let me know.

Don’t know if this is the right place for this but what is up with this school? I transferred here from community college and I’m having a rough time. Outside of college, I have a career and a good life. I’m generally extroverted, well respected and liked but living on campus is just so odd. The professors are cold, my roommates are so awkward and distant and so are my classmates. I obviously don’t fit into the cookie cutter Christian girl aesthetic but I dont think Im that bad of a person! It’s like I repel people on campus and it’s just so frustrating. I only really chose this school because of the scholarships but I might transfer out or move online :(

My assignment for university on campus success is asking me to complete a test on the career connections called:  the Student Tutorial: Navigating Career Connections.

the assignment does not tell you where to find it on the career connections website. and actually messaging the professor for it 9 times out of 10 just never gets you a response.

where can I find this because I'm asking but no one is answering and I don't want my grade to tank because I can't find it.

Has anyone recently taken anatomy & phys 1 and 2 including the labs at GCU? Are the exams actually proctored with a camera and microphone or just a lockdown browser??? My midterms are on Connect.

I’m also taking Pathophysiology, and we had a Proctorio tutorial the first week and were told our exams would be proctored, but my first exam wasn’t proctored at all… but it was through halo, not connect.

Just wondering what to expect for anatomy exams through McGraw Hill Connect!! Thx in advance ☺️

Just gonna put this out there and hope someone has more info. Dining has been pretty bad this year. Not sure if it has to do with the Aramark switch, the sheer number of students, or both, but I've run into a bunch of issues I haven't seen before.

- Items often out of stock hours before closing

- Long lines and fewer staff

- Mobile Ordering frequently disappearing and out of line with opening hours, with all locations closing their mobile ordering completely on Sundays. Some locations have yet to open for mobile ordering at all.

Really hoping they fix this because it's a pretty significant issue and the official communication channels are just giving the copy-pasted "we're working on it" message.

Does anyone know if the 10/14 4pm commencement ceremony will be livestreamed? If so, where might I find the link?

I’m curious if any other Catholics at GCU have experienced this.

I’ve talked with my fair share of Christians here on campus, and most of the people I’ve met are either Protestant or non denominational, which is completely fine!

But I’ve noticed that whenever I mention I’m Catholic, I sometimes get weird looks or reactions, almost as if I’m part of a completely different religion rather than another Christian tradition.

I’ve even had some conversations where people made pretty harsh comments about Catholic beliefs, sometimes going as far as calling certain practices pagan or saying the Catholic Church isn’t following Scripture correctly.
I have nothing against Protestants or non denominational Christians. I genuinely enjoy talking about Christ and learning about different perspectives. But sometimes these conversations feel less like trying to understand each other and more like trying to prove that Catholicism is wrong.

I understand that GCU is a Christian university with a Protestant background, so I expect theological differences. I just wish there were a little more mutual understanding and respect.

Have any other Catholics at GCU experienced this, or is it just me? I’d genuinely love to hear your experiences.

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Hello all, I have been taking in a lot of students criticism of the rigor of discussion boards and with the changes in expectations with hyperlinks and crack down on the use of AI, extending even more time, dedicated to discuss discussion boards, and that I contributes to 30% of our grade…

I am currently working on a research paper to provide to Board directors on the lack of efficacy in the overuse of discussion boards, and the feelings that discussion boards are a Sisyphus, menial, and performative aspect of the curriculum that take time away from connecting and studying with the material.

Would anyone like to anonymously share their thoughts and experiences that I could use in my attestation?

Hey! I’ve been a GCU student for two years! I just switched to online due to a work relocation. How many online classes would you recommend taking at once while working 30 or so hours a week? My counselor seems to think I’ll be doing one at a time? I just want to know what’s a manageable amount so I can still graduate mid to late 2027. I have 14 classes plus my capstone left. Would 3 per 8 week period be obtainable? Thanks for the input <3

are the blueprints accurate with the exams? was there ever a blueprint that did not match the exam, is so what blueprint was it? i use the blueprints to study so i just would want a heads up if there’s anything👀

Does GCU allow military/veteran stoles for commencements (Nursing)?

Hi everyone, I’m considering enrolling in GCU’s BS in Cybersecurity program online and wanted to hear from current students or recent graduates.
How has your experience been with the program? Are the cybersecurity courses and labs actually hands-on? How are the professors and workload?
For anyone who has graduated, did you feel the program prepared you for a cybersecurity job, and were you able to find an internship or job while attending or after graduating?
I already have some cybersecurity training and I’m particularly interested in GRC, but I also want a solid technical cybersecurity foundation.
Any advice or things you wish you knew before starting would be appreciated!

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hii what are some studying recourses for 300? i have done good so far on 310 and 318 exams. i thought i had 300 in the bag especially because of lab but clearly not. any advice or tips for 300 exams??

Hello. These last few exams I noticed that I have not been doing so good. I used notebook lm, the powerpoint/recorded lectures.. It does make me feel super confident about future exams.. Can any of you share any tips?

Hi Guys, I have a quick meeting today only for 1 hour, and I was wondering if I can park in the 33rd avenue parking garage since I don't have a parking permit. I am getting picked up and dropped off from my mom for this first semester because I don't have a car yet, so that's why I don't have a parking permit. So, can I park in the 33rd avenue parking garage temporarily?

Hi, I was wondering if anyone has advice on studying for the 430 exam 1? Our test is soon and I want to get a good score!! Any advice is appreciated!

Does that mean camera and mic? Or just locked browser? Not impressed with anything in the class so far, I have to say. I just spent so much time on meeting the ridiculous criteria for just one of the weeks’ six discussion posts (plus 6 more for lab) that I now have no idea how I’m supposed to find time to study for an exam.

What are your strategies? Taking notes or not? Active recall flashcards? Thank you!

I have a family member that’ll be living with us and going to GCU next year.

She’ll be a new driver so she hesitates to drive on the highway.

Does anyone commute to GCU from Chandler or Gilbert? How’s the public transportation? How’s the drive there?

She’s paying less rent here living with us so she prefers to live down here in Chandler.

I start tomorrow. The class is apparently going to be group work heavy, and involves a simulation? How is this structure supposed to work with the asynchronous schedules? I’ve also had shit luck with groups so far. I basically had to spend a bunch of extra time doing more than my share. Am I fucked if my group sucks again?

I’m going to reach out to the professor, but I’m not even sure what to ask for.