Dear JustABill, I am not your mom--but what is your plan to retake the economics course for a passing grade (your university should have a policy for this). In your adult life, you will be happy to have had at least a single economics course. Just as in high school, in college, sometimes we take things that do not make sense to us or fall inline with our program, it is part of building our 'universal education'--and preparing us to think about a range of issues and ideas as well as have platforms and models on which to base our future thinking even in other fields. So, first, figure out what you are doing about that Econ course to bring up your GPA. Can you do a J-Term or summer school at the local community college/ Can you take it again next term. Next, if you want to be a Naval Officer I would not drop ROTC. I would press on with the business of showing your PMS and other faculty that you are serious about pursuing a commission, becoming a leader, and serving the Navy and the Nation. (As instructors and mentors of aspiring Naval Officers, will appreciate this much more than the 'in and out' approach you suggest.) If you want a side load scholarship or a contract, the way to get it is to show your dedication and leadership. Your GPA will come up--even if you have to take basket weaving during the summer (make it Nuclear Basket Weaving for the "A"). Good luck. Do not let this discourage you but spend a little time this holiday being reflective about what activities and time management issues you can control and what you can do better next semester. It is not a game ender but a wake up call.
