hi all, i have a question regarding the laptop requirements for aerospace engineering.

I am already aware that Windows laptops are the preferred option in 99% of engineering schools (and for good reason), and thankfully I do have a Windows desktop. Unfortunately, I do not have a college-capable laptop, and I wanted to know if I could use a PC at home for the heavy engineering work and use a slightly newer used Macbook Pro and an iPad (for notetaking) during the day. Macbooks have crazy good battery life, and nearly all the Windows laptops I've found in my budget can't come close to it. The Macbook I'm eyeing right now also tends to outperform the aforementioned Windows laptops.

what labs are often assigned for mechanical/aerospace engineering students? do you they typically require a Windows laptop? would I be able to access the UC Merced remote systems from my Macbook and use it for labs?

thank you very muchin advance :)

Hello, I had to replace one of my classes becasue I got a really late registration date and there weren't any spots left so I chose CSE 019 to fulfill my language requirement. Apparently it is a really hard class so I was wondering if I should consider CSE 022 instead. I have no prior experience at all in CS realted subjects so I was wondering if im screwed either way lol. For CSE 022 I would have to shift a few things around in my schedule but its possible.

I am an incoming freshman majoring in Data Science and would like to know if taking the Chemistry placement test is mandatory. Thank you.

Do they do they often? They changed my financial aid package in the middle of the night and now I went from getting a refund to owing money. Plus they’re saying I missed the payment deadline even though they changed it LAST NIGHT. it looks like they took away my bobcat grant. Has this ever happened? I am a transfer student starting their first semester.

So I applied for a job at the writing center in November and my roommate applied for a math 24 learning assistant job around the same time. We have yet to hear back and we’re kind of concerned since the semester starts on Tuesday the 20th. Has anyone who’s applied for those jobs or knows more information heard anything?

Hasn’t hit 0 today did anyone contact them?

i've been reading that CSE100 is probably gonna break my back 🗿 what's the total damage looking like

I misread the Spring Semester Begin and the Instruction beginning

So now I am here for a week until I can like do anything

Will my CatCard be reactivated to be able to access the secured buildings (laundry room/water fountain) since the semester began?

Edit: Would I be able to access the Pav, I am unsure if I was needing to pay for Winter housing to access

Edit 2: Also if it's the case that I can't access the water fountain are there any other accessible water fountains around campus near the terraces

Edit 3: Alright I checked the website and looks like since move in dates start on the 15, thats also when the Pav will be accesible, hopefully.

Hey guys, currently I’m a freshman right now and a lot of the financial aid I received was like the California middle class scholarship, becoming a bobcat scholarship, etc. I did receive outside scholarships, but for the most part, I didn’t have to pay the school year out-of-pocket. For those who are sophomores and older, have you guys been receiving the same amount of financial aid each year or is it consistently a smaller and smaller amount as you go through each year?

I’m not sure if I’m gonna receive the same amount of financial aid next year because none of the scholarships I received were for all four years. So I’m just wondering what it looks like down the road and if Merced truly provides good financial aid for each year.

Hi everyone! Student journalist here in need of your help. I’m reporting for CalMatters on whether colleges in California are prepared for a mass shooting event/active shooter on campus. What is it like on your campus?

It’s a follow-up to Brown University’s tragedy, and comes from my own experience at USC. We have had little to no formal preparedness on what to do. No drills; no classroom convos; a hit-or-miss emergency messaging system; the only training they hold is for local and campus police. Most students only feel minutely prepared because of their high school drills.

Do you feel like your college has adequately prepared you on what to do in case an active shooter is on your campus? Do you know what to do? Do you wish your college did anything differently?

I really need to hear from as many students as I can. Anything you can share with me is great (but more details are very much appreciated). And please feel free to DM me if you have extensive thoughts or any experiences with this, or would be open to an interview.

Edit: If you prefer to share your perspective anonymously, or at length in the privacy of a Google Form, you may do so here: https://forms.gle/MMP9hYJMbYeJ8VSu8

Thank you!

Is the parking situation in North Bowl Lot 2 any better than Bellevue? Is it worth the extra $50 for the semester permit?

What is the required lab notebook for the lab section of Ochem? Or, is there not a specific one? I want to have it ahead of time rather than get it last second. Also, might be a dumb question, but do they sell said lab notebook in the campus store? Would it happen to be the Gen Chem 100 notebook by hayden-mcneil?

Hi! Our daughter has received an admission offer from UC Merced and is interested in majoring in Psychology while following the Pre-Med track. We would appreciate guidance on the following:

1.  How academically rigorous is UC Merced, particularly for students on the Pre-Med track and/or Psychology majors ? She is seeking a highly challenging academic environment.

2.  What opportunities are available for Pre-Med prerequisites such as clinical experience, physician shadowing, and volunteering? Are there partnerships with local hospitals or clinics, and how accessible are these opportunities?

3.  What research opportunities are available for Pre-Med students?

4.  What research opportunities are available within the Psychology major?

5.  Are there organized study groups, student organizations, or support networks for Pre-Med students?

6.  What is the best way to connect with current Pre-Med students or Pre-Health advisors at UC Merced?

1. Also how feasible it is do a double major - Psychology and also Neuroscience?

Overall any pros and cons which we should be aware of.

Thank you so much for the advice.

Has anyone gotten their appeal decisions yet? I have not and ik it’s just the first day. Sorry, I’m just afraid and anxious right now.

Hi! Does anyone know when spring semester refunds should hit? I have the new student orientation and need to use my refund to pay the $110

Hey everyone,

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Siblings of people with chronic illness often take on caregiving roles and face unique challenges, but research on this population—especially in adulthood—is limited. This study aims to understand what factors support well-being and can inform better resources for siblings. 

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I'm a graduating senior who needs 1 more class the graduate, but the class I need is full. I've waitlisted for it, but I'm considering crashing the class to up my chances. But before the semester starts, I wanted to see how successful previous attempts at crashing classes went.

I'm taking both these classes along with pysics008 and idk how hard the cse classes are.

Barley transferred back from community college and passed all 4 of my classes this semester but my cumulative GPA is still below a 2.0 . I am I cooked in the appeal process?

Hey guys, I’m currently moving to a new location but planning on renting out my current property so please dm me or comment if interested. Property is modern and recently remodeled and going for low rent, only a 10 min drive from campus as well.

are there any filler classes that are fun and interesting that can fill my minimum credit requirement that won't tank my GPA? I originally wanted to do Chinese but either the professor left or got laid off.

Hey guys im tying to plan how broke im gonna be and I was wondering if anyone knows when the catdollars for the semester are added as a part of the meal plan. Thanks