<p>Okay. So here’s the deal. I got two A-'s this quarter and two A’s. So my GPA is pretty solid; a 3.85. The breakdown:</p>
<p>Astronomy: A-
Chemistry of Art (freshman seminar): A
Intro to Shakespeare: A-
Global History I: A</p>
<p>I was expecting the first two; Astronomy is a science class and I was pleasantly surprised to get the A-, and I knew I was doing well in my seminar. Also, my GH grade was a total shock to me, as my TA had told me that the most I was probably getting was a B+ or A-, if I was lucky. So it was definitely a pleasant surprise.</p>
<p>What makes me mad at myself is the A- in my Shakespeare class. I’m a prospective English major. I worked hard in that class, thought I did well, and it’s not a bad grade…I just thought I was going to get that A. Thought it was a given. And I should. not. be. so. mad! I’m being a whiny little prick, I know, but I can’t get over the frustration. I have a great gpa for my first quarter at Northwestern, I got an unexpected surprise in the form of my history grade, and I’m home for the holidays and we’re actually putting up a tree this year (for the first time in four years). </p>
<p>If people considered something like an A- a significant failure or a drawback in the path they chose for themselves, this world would be a rather very sad place. So do the world a favor and stop whining. If you really are mad at yourself, consider inflicting physical pain upon your body as a way of atonement. If not, then please don’t use this forum for the purpose of group therapy. I’m expecting *<strong><em>ty grades myself, exept that by *</em></strong>ty I mean real ****. Well boo-effing-hoo, I guess I’ll have to try harder next semester! Jeez.</p>
<p>I understand perfectly why you’re upset. As a writing major, I was kind of frustrated that I got an A- in my poetry class this semester, especially since I expected a lower mark in my statistics class (but I got an A). But realize that it isn’t the end of the world, and commend yourself for the A that you got in GH.</p>
<p>It’s not really that light, given it’s Northwestern apparently that the person goes to, and they give you 4 classes per a quarter (and do 3 main quarters throughout the year, and then summer quarter), and they move really fast in their courses. All the courses are like 8 weeks I believe.</p>
<p>Jenz and Plattsburgh: Thanks! I’ve definitely been trying to put it into perspective, and I’m in a much better mood than I was last night. Amazing what a good night’s sleep can do, isn’t it? :)</p>
<p>Oh yeah, and how Weinberg classes work:</p>
<p>We are technically only allowed to sign up for four, but you can get permission to sign up for five or six after your fall quarter freshman year. The classes are, indeed, roughly eight weeks (the only break is for Thanksgiving), and then there is Reading Week right after you return from Thanksgiving break, which is a week without classes so you can prepare for finals. There might be a few review sessions, but that’s it. The next week is Finals week, and then you’re done for the quarter.</p>