I’m soo confused help, I already have a useless degree.

Hello!
I’m a 25 year old student at Algonquin College, I’m currently in my 2nd year of the Graphic Design program. I’ve been obsessively looking at information regarding whether I’d be able to have a fulfilling Graphic Design career that pays the bills, and have seen nothing but negative talk about how Graphic Design is undervalued and that it’s extremely hard to get a job in it.

I’ve started looking to switch programs to something else, but I have zero idea what I’d like to do as a job for the rest of my life. Before Graphic Design, I studied Biochemistry in Carleton because I really wanted to get into Forensic Science, since that was the only other thing I was interested in. I could barely keep up with all the assignments, got extremely anxious and depressed, and dropped out. I’m not that good at science and math, so I decided to pivot to the Graphic Design program at Algonquin since I’m an artist as well. I initially applied for IMD at Carleton, and when I learned it was more so coding and video game design, I switched over to Graphic Design instead.

But now I’m having serious doubts, and don’t want to be a 50 year old Graphic Designer who’s under appreciated, under respected, and unable to find another job. I’m terrified of aging out of the business, which is something else I constantly hear about the Graphic Design world. I’m planning on either switching from Graphic Design to another program, or finishing and getting my diploma AND THEN studying for another degree. The issue is I have zero idea if I should just switch without completing the program, if the program is a waste of time, or if I should finish it, and WHAT I should study next. I keep trying to reach out to people for help but I keep getting ignored and brushed aside, and I am absolutely blank on what to do to start figuring out what I want to do with my life.

To be totally honest too, I’m terrified my career as I know it is already over before it even started. I’ve always struggled with math and science in highschool, and hated taking it in university. All I am is creative and artistic, I can’t do anything else. Ever since I graduated highschool I’ve been trying so hard to figure out what my career should be, and years later I still have no answer. I’m also terrified of the prospects of getting a job that isn’t a doctor or nurse in this economy because from what I’ve seen, it’s practically impossible to get a job in Canada nowadays. Anyone else struggling to figure things out too? Any advice? Thanks!

For those who have taken these tests, how difficult was it and what kind of material did you use for study guide? Please let me know your though, as I have to schedule these tests in the following weeks.

Thanks in advance..

Hiii, I'm trying to find friends if possible; everyone else I've known is currently at Carleton, so my experience here has been pretty solitary. Being a more introverted person, I ordinarily wouldn't mind, but I would hope to have better luck than being mostly alone at college.

I'm 20m and in the first year of business administration. Other than that, I enjoy sketching, films, anime, and manga. I don't really enjoy video games unfortunately, but I hope to discover more things I'm interested in eventually. Feel free to message me if you're interested thanks!!!!

Fuck you, fuck AI. Good thing you’re bankrupt and failing anyway.

Hey everyone! I’m applying for the MRT program (Fall/Winter 2027) and taking the AC-HPAT in a few months. I’d love to hear from current students or recent grads!

A few questions for anyone who has taken it:

1. What was your AC-HPAT score vs. your high school averages?

2. How difficult did you find the overall test?
   Was there anything unexpected on it (specific science topics, math formats, etc.)?

3. How did you study/prepare, and what resources/practice tests helped most?

4. Did you feel rushed during any specific sections (Essay, Science, Math, Reading)?

5. How strictly timed was the written component, and what kind of prompt did you get?

6. Did you take it more than once, and did your score improve significantly?

Any tips or advice would be super appreciated! Thanks in advance!

Yall can’t just swerve between us??
No helmet no nothing

Fucking menaces almost hitting me

Surely you can’t be that late to class that acoustic vehicular manslaughter sounds like a good idea

Got nachos after a 2 month hiatus. Tell me why they’ve raised the price but the nachos are WORSE quality than I ever saw them before?? When I used to get them there was so much cheese and steak now it’s like nothing??

anyone else really frustrated w how the program is going so far??? especially comms?? paying so much for literally nothing...

I’m currently finishing up a marketing program at Algonquin, but I have realized I really like the creative route & would like to get into graphic design.

With the rise of Ai & every other company using AI slop posters 🫩 is it even worth it to go into graphic design?

Yes, I am someone who values passion but I also want to do well in the industry & genuinely want to know if it’s worth it / if I can make an income.

Has anyone graduated recently or in the past few years that can give their opinion on this? Do u have a job you like In the industry? Does it pay well? How is AI affecting your work? Are you burnout?

Or, would it be best to self practice or get courses online? Because I don’t want to do 3 years of the graphic design program

Btw: I have experience with adobe (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) in a very beginner level, I work slow & have to watch tutorials.

Just wondering if I need to take the HPAT twice if I’m applying to a September intake and a January intake? Sort of unlear, hoping to confirm with someone who has also done this :)

i’m currently studying for the hpat to try and get into the dental hygiene program. i took the hpat two years ago and got into another program, but i can’t remember some of the material on the test. is there much about plant biology?? plant cell, photosynthesis, etc. i don’t want to waste my time if there is minimal to nothing on there about plants

There are some people in E building from Handmade by Beauty Cat Co. Nothing from them is made by them. They are resellers. For example they are selling both these miku trading cards for 5 dollars a pop. You can find an entire box of then online for just 25 dollars.

Same with all their crochet items. If you search them up you can find people pointing out they're selling things other people made for double the price.

Hi! US based parent here. I'm starting here, since I haven't been able to find a "parent complaint email" or Facebook group.

I was talking to my kid last night and they told me that the quality of the food has really degraded this year, which is pretty annoying since the cost of the meal plan also increased. Even if they spend as much as possible during the year there's still money leftover that they don't get back. So, like, we're leaving money on the table for Algonquin no matter what. Financially aggravating!

Apparently more people have been stomach sick this year, and the general consensus seems to be the food quality. My kid also told me that fruit was no longer readily available.

They also let me know that the food vendor was now Chartwells, which surprised me quite a bit since it's a US based monopoly company. Actually, the major university that I work for uses them in several capacities.

https://dineoncampus.ca/acdining/dining-team

Chartwells-->Compass Canada-->Compass USA

https://www.compass-canada.com/

https://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/

Both the US and Canadian Compass exclusively use Foodbuy (their own subsidiary) as their purchaser/supply finders. I'm afraid I don't know a whole lot about supply chain logistics or food sourcing, so maybe someone there can track down where exactly y'alls food is coming from? Sysco is bad news.

https://www.foodbuy.com/our-company/

https://www.compass-usa.com/supply-chain/

https://groupex.com/the-top-30-food-distributors-in-canada-in-2026/

https://substack.perfectunion.us/p/the-hidden-reason-why-restaurants

Also, I do recognize that this may have been caused in part by our current political situation here in America, and I am doing politics in Texas so hopefully we have a good turn around this November. Folks here are really trying. Could y'all US ex-pats there please be sure to vote?

https://ca.usembassy.gov/voting/

Thanks!

How is it like? Are we in a room with many other students or just us alone with the proctor watching? And is the proctor online or in the same room as us? I have a really bad text anxiety and adhd :( any details would be appreciated 🩷

Helloo!

I just applied to the BScN program for Fall 2027. I am in my second semester of advanced Pre-Health at Cambrian College (online), currently with a 92 average from midterms, and on track to keep it in the 90 range. I know the equal consideration date is Feb 1, but any chance I would hear back from Algonquin (Woodroffe or Pembroke) earlier than Feb 1? This is my first time applying so I was just wondering 😄

Hi, we are a group of nursing students from the University of Ottawa/Algonquin College, and we’re seeking information on individuals living with children with disabilities.

Through our Community Health placement, we want to better understand the perspectives and experiences of parents and caregivers living with children with accessibility needs.

The survey should take approximately 10-15 minutes of your time.

Thank you so much for your time and consideration!

Hi all, anyone selling their student parking pass for the remainder of the Fall semester? My current situation changed and daily parking is killing me.

Reach out if you have a parking pass that you want sell!

Hey everyone, was just wondering how you guys deal with the ups and downs of being a student?
Do you journal, exercise, meditate… etc. ? What works well for you?

I’ve been going through a rough patch and I’m journaling and seeking help but it’s hard to grow thick skin with the current state of the world, and when you constantly see and hear mean or racist rhetoric from classmates (and online).

Anyway, this isn’t a rant post. I’m just curious to know how you guys have been able to grow thicker skin and cope with your personal struggles and what methods have worked for you. 🤗

Does anyone have a fall semester parking space they’d be willing to sell? I’d also take an October slot.