Will this mean I'm booted?

curious_m3rchant said:
Would getting a summer job be one of the many ways I can improve myself? If so what kind of jobs would you recommend?
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A summer job that enhances your "academic profile" to a program would help, the problem is that most of the engineering type jobs are not offered until after your sophomore year. An alternative if you are looking for one is the NROTC Program at Tulane (cross town school). You can meet with staff prior to start of the fall semester and walk on, no commitment until your Junior year, or can apply for a "side load scholarship" after one semester for two years. If you have a way to privately communicate I can give you more pertinent personal help.
 
beyond said:
It really depends on your metric, but I'd put Webb at the top of any list when talking about Nav Arch, mostly because of the caliber of people there.
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I don't even think of Webb, as I hardly ever run into their graduates in what I need those guys to do. But, you are absolutely right, a top notch program. My bad.
 
I agree with Impulsive regarding reaching out to Tulane NROTC. They've worked with people at UNO before and will have a decent idea on how to help you. The Aviation Officer should be the freshman advisor, a quick google search gave this number: 504-247-1612. I would give them a call to see how they can help. You can also see if you can meet in person (or zoom, if needed), the building itself is pretty cool and has a lot of memorabilia that I always enjoyed looking at.
 
golfindad said:
I don't even think of Webb, as I hardly ever run into their graduates in what I need those guys to do. But, you are absolutely right, a top notch program. My bad.
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My sister and I often laugh that both of our sons are at Boat School. The differences in experiences couldn't be more polar opposite than USNA vs WEBB. My nephew has long hair, goes to class in flip-flops. Yet both will produce very well-educated engineers.
 
Impulsive said:
A summer job that enhances your "academic profile" to a program would help, the problem is that most of the engineering type jobs are not offered until after your sophomore year. An alternative if you are looking for one is the NROTC Program at Tulane (cross town school). You can meet with staff prior to start of the fall semester and walk on, no commitment until your Junior year, or can apply for a "side load scholarship" after one semester for two years. If you have a way to privately communicate I can give you more pertinent personal help.
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If you are interested in Tulane NROTC, which as Impulsive said, is a great option for you, please reach out to us! We can be reached at 504-247-1605!
 
Are you in a bad mental state because you failed?
Or did you fail because you were in a bad mental state?

In general, when students have a diagnosed medical issue in the middle of a semester, it is sometimes possible to get a retroactive medical withdrawal such that it is like that semester didn't happen academically (you don't get a refund). So if it is the case you have a mental health issue and get diagnosed, it may be possible to get a retroactive medical withdrawal. But then you may not be eligible for USMMA with a mental health issue.
 
bopper said:
Are you in a bad mental state because you failed?
Or did you fail because you were in a bad mental state?

In general, when students have a diagnosed medical issue in the middle of a semester, it is sometimes possible to get a retroactive medical withdrawal such that it is like that semester didn't happen academically (you don't get a refund). So if it is the case you have a mental health issue and get diagnosed, it may be possible to get a retroactive medical withdrawal. But then you may not be eligible for USMMA with a mental health issue.
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I was in a bad mental state because I failed. However, I also felt that things didn't feel ok for me with all the stress from college boiling over and the lingering feeling of failure and inadequacy from not being medically disqualified the first time I applied and not being selected by congressional nominations the second time I applied.
 
curious_m3rchant said:
I was in a bad mental state because I failed. However, I also felt that things didn't feel ok for me with all the stress from college boiling over and the lingering feeling of failure and inadequacy from not being medically disqualified the first time I applied and not being selected by congressional nominations the second time I applied.
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This is just a suggestion, and by that I mean my personal opinion. If you are having difficulty at UNO, trying to undertake the same material at USMMA may result in more issues and problems than you currently have. Try and remember Covid has caused a mess, our son feels like for the last year he has basically had to teach himself engineering. Buildings at UNO were locked, Professors and Advisors communicated (in our opinion very poorly because it was new territory) via taped lectures where students were unable to ask or discuss issues and questions. Getting help was VERY difficult, and YOU survived (the failed lab can be retaken).

This semester classes are more in person (especially the NAME Classes) which should help you. The NROTC Staff at Tulane has been invaluable to our son, they seem to always have at least one NAME Grad on staff, so that Officer usually is willing to help on an individual basis. The Dean of the NAME Program resigned this past summer but is still there (Dr. Birk) so I have no idea who you need to discuss your plans with, but the UNO NAME Program is one of the best in the country and almost 100% of graduates get jobs either as Commissioned Officers or in the Civilian Sector.

Before throwing in the towel on UNO, speak with Dr. Taravela and your advisor at UNO regarding your path forward, but also speak with the NROTC people, they will do everything they can to help. And as for USMMA, I would imagine three "C'"'s and an "F" are not going to enhance your image and potential to either a Congressman or USMMA. If you are SET on USMMA, my personal reccomendation would be stay at UNO, get your grades up and apply for Class of 2027, but if your ultimate goal is a Naval Commission, Tulane NROTC may be able to keep you on track to Commission on time. Take the time to communicate with @Castor and Pollux, see what they can offer, it can't hurt!
 
Don’t give up on your dreams and work hard to get there. But, if you honestly know that you are doing everything in your hands and the top of your ability, then let the good Lord take charge. Put the load of your worries on His shoulders and He will carry them for you. He always take care of our situations on His perfect time and for the better. Take a deep breath and say thank you, because even if it doesn’t feel like it, His taking care of this for you already. Good luck!

11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jer 26:11
 
There are other colleges for naval architecture. Webb is great but closer to you is Texas A&M, which also has a military merchant marine & naval architecture program. Plus great football. Consider alternatives. KP is very stressful under the best of circumstances. Tutoring in the math/science subjects would be worth your while vs. summer job to transfer anywhere. My son transferred after 2 years struggling at KP to another merchant marine program and sailed for years and is now a Navy engineer. He is glad he transferred, but sailed with KP and others. Made little difference once graduated other than alumni events.
 
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