Each quarter, every student goes through the same struggle of registering for classes. This task involves so many big decisions that it’s always one big whirlwind of emotion. As we prepare to enroll for classes, these 9 stages are inevitable.
1. Shock
The notification that our first-pass enrollment is active comes while we are still being held captive by midterms and next quarter just seems so far away. How can it already be time to start planning for classes?
2. Procrastination
But since our first pass is so far away, we still have so much time! Might as well do some midterm studying (more like Netflix-binging) in the meantime.
3. Realization
Wait, my first pass is actually only 2 days away?
4. Confusion
What do you mean I have to take this, this AND that just to declare my major?
5. Exploring
The tabs start building up on my computer. With the Degree Audit Report, MyUCLA Class Planner, Bruinwalk and so many other sites pulled up on your screen, we are surrounded by lists and decisions and differing opinions.
6. Overwhelmed
Okay, we finally got our class plan down, but now we have to come up with 32 alternates just to make sure our classes don’t overlap.
7. Counseling
Some battles cannot be won on your own! Simply join that long line in Murphy Hall to meet with a counselor to get everything all sorted out.
8. Content
Whew, now we’ve got a final list of classes set on the Class Planner, just waiting to be enrolled. We can finally relax!
9. Excitement
With all the hard work of registering done, we can revel in the excitement of a new quarter!
Registering for classes can feel like a hard-fought battle, but it is so exciting to see the next few months laid out before you. New quarter, new beginnings!
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