How can I start a band while living in a college dorm? Advice from guitarists who have done so would be great.?
I have two main predicaments here: 1.) I have a ton of sound equipment in my room, but judging by the cluttered dorm rooms I've seen, it can't all fit in a dorm, especially without really annoying my roommate(s). I have two amps: one is a medium-sized Marshall that sounds great in performance, and the other is a tiny practice amp that could never be used for anything but practice. Do I take both? Leaving the big one at home would give me more dorm space, but I couldn't really use the little one for much. Also, the big amp is very bulky and weighs more than I can lift; it's also a tube amp, and probably would break if dropped. Being in a dorm, I will probably have to go up stairs, and carrying this thing would be difficult without help. I'd especially like to know how other guitarists have handled this. 2.) Practice space... how? Obviously, a band couldn't practice in a dorm... so where? I know it's been done, but I don't know how to do it myself. (I know a drummer wouldn't be able to bring a drum set to college, anyway, so how do people usually handle that?) I know some places sell rehearsal space, but I'm going to be one of those broke college kids, my budget isn't very big. How much does space usually go for, or does anyone have an alternative solution? I am not a music major. I've got plenty of experience playing the guitar, but I don't know much about starting a band, so any general info that anyone wants to throw in about starting a band or being in a band in college is much welcome. I plan on doing well in school, and I'm hoping to balance the two. Thanks for any advice!
What are some college advice?
First find a room mate with whom you are compatible. He/she does not have to be your best friend, but you need to be able to get along. Then go to every class! Do every assignment! Do not put off studying until exam time. Keep up. If you have trouble with something, go see your professor.Get involved in student life. Do not just study, but do things outside the books. You will meet do many interesting people if you join a couple of organizations. Network. You never know who you may be able to help or who can help you later when your are out in the real world. The person sitting next to you could become a CEO of a major corporation, a senator, or an ambassador. Be nice to everyone you meet!Make time for friends. Meet them to study or to have a quick bite, but do not isolate yourself. College is such a fun time, but it can be very stressful. You need friends to share your anxieties.Do not get in debt. Pay your bills on time, and do not over spend.Get the most out of every class.
College and boyfriend situation?
first off thats great you got into yale, and you should not turn it down, or feel guilty at all for going and no matter what happens do not let him make you feel guilty. No matter what people say, long distance relationships are never easy, but they are not impossible. I have seen a couple who were very close, go off to college and break up because they could not do it. I have also seen couples who I thought didnt have a chance stay together, and they still are. It all comes down to the individual couple. I'm cannot tell you that you should definitely try it. But neither you, nor him know if a long distance relationship will work. He may say that he know it wont work, and if he is not willing to try then it wont. Just my personal opinion, but I do think that he is covering up for something. It could be many different things, and probably is. It is hard to get someone to really be honest with you about these things, but I would really try. Try to show him how much it means to you to go to yale, and how much he means to you, and that it hurts you when he says things like that. If you really feel something for each other, then dont give up just because of the distance, it can be overcome. but he HAS to change his attitude and want to try and want to do it. even if yall do decide not to see each other after you leave, at least enjoy the time you have left. and tell him too. dont ruin the next few months by filling it with spiteful remarks like "too bad your going to yale and leaving me" good luck in it all and hope this helps
Advice for living alone in college?
In the fall semester I plan on living alone in a single apartment. Some very close friends of mine will be living in their own house right down the street (about 6 houses down). I'm an introverted person, but not socially inept. Last year I lived in a large apartment dorm with my friends and we had a lot of fun, but there were quite a few times where I had to go in my room just to get away from the noise and craziness. However, I loved having my closest friends living with me and I was able to go talk to them instantly whenever I needed to. I'm more of a face-to-face person and hate talking about personal issues online or on the phone. I'm going to be honest here and say that I smoke pot just about every night. Last year I smoked with a friend of mine, who won't be living very close to me in the fall (but still in the same city), which sucks. However, I usually find myself getting really depressed when I smoke solo, which worries me. I'm worried I might just smoke by myself every night anyway and spiral into some kind of horrible depression. I'm also going to be living with my two ferrets. I guess my concern is that I don't want to turn into some crazy hermit ferret lady living alone. I'm worried I won't see my friends as often as I want to, but on the other hand the time alone sounds amazing. Half the time I'm okay with the idea of living alone, but the other half of the time I start freaking out thinking about it. I'm usually very easy-going and I'm surprising myself by how much I dwell on this. Would anyone who has gone through this before please be able to tell me how their experience went and what I should expect? Any useful tips? Pros and cons? Thank you very much!
What is some good advice for post college life?
Combine all the things you want into a package: get a job which allows you to travel the world.Many jobs are Monday-Friday 9-5 and so if you want to travel to many countries on the weekends, get a job in London, Casablanca, Hong Kong or Singapore from which many popular destinations are 1-3 hour flights away. (Destinations in other parts of Africa and South America take longer flights and therefore cost more.)This is a very general advice since your life will depend on what kind of life you want to lead, what kind of jobs you have which determines what kind of outside options you have on weekends, where you will be, and who you choose as friends in the places you live. Keep in mind that all of these are a dynamic process. As you walk through the post-college life, you never stop learning about yourself and finding yourself asking and re-asking the above questions.P. S. I am on a college leave of absence to explore career options in international development in my home country, Indonesia. Many of my friends here started from two-three degrees of separation: someone from work or a best friend's friend introduces me to his/her circle of friends on weekend house parties. The frequency and duration of hanging out with my friends here are much less than those in college, because we don't live and work at the same places/close to one another. But when you have formed a tight group of friends, you will tend to hang out with them every weekend and occasionally fly somewhere. My US education also gives me an access to the expat community which sometimes locals might not have. But friendships arise from common activities, interests, mindsets, sense of humor and preferences for leisure and not from mere nationalities or sociocultural backgrounds.
I'm 21 years old and in college. I have a tuition waiver, receive $1000 a month as long as I'm in school, and I work full-time. I'm worried my grades will suffer if I keep this job (which I grossed $27,000). I have a car note, and living expenses. What would you do in my situation?
Measure your "necessary" monthly expenses (Mint: Money, Bill Pay, Credit Score & Investing) and set up a budget. Work part time to cover the difference between your $1,000 and your monthly budget with 15%-30% savings amount for emergencies factored in. Consider a job where you can study some of the time if possible.Focus on school, you only need to enough money to support your educational goals and living expenses (budget plus savings for emergencies). Sell your car if it is not necessary to pursue your education and you can do without it for work (like working on campus, public transportation, etc.).The less financial distraction (stay away from debt) in your life the more energy and focus you can direct toward your educational effort. Finally through this process you will develop discipline toward executing a plan that will benefit you once you graduate from school.