The Collegian Weekly

The opinion of The Collegian editorial staff

Hillsdale students have enough on their plates with a normal workload. There is no need to feel pressure to take five classes every semester, especially if you don’t need the hours to graduate on time.

It is no secret that many Hillsdale students pride themselves on their busy schedules. Classes, clubs, and extracurriculars all play a role in the daily life of a Hillsdale student. Not to

It is okay to drop a class

mention keeping up with friends and getting a few minutes of sleep. There is enough to do without overworking yourself for no reason. If you are wanting to take five classes because you feel like everyone around you is, that is not a good reason. The only reason you should be enrolled for five classes is if you have to in order to graduate on time, or if there is a “fun” class you are dying to take. Keep in mind that classes usually get harder later in the semester, so make sure it is a class you’re willing to commit to. It is okay to take fewer classes if it makes the others more worthwhile.

The beginning of the semester is a telling time. There is a new schedule to adjust to and new experiences to learn from. If you are feeling overwhelmed, do not feel shame in dropping a course. It is normal and admirable to know your limits and to make decisions based upon that. Overworking yourself will only lead to less sleep and a stressful semester.

Use the next few weeks to evaluate your workload. If you are feeling overwhelmed and can afford to drop a few credits, go for it and don’t look back.