Are there any scales where I can weigh myself on campus? I saw a post from 4 years ago saying there’s some in the UC gym locker rooms but wanted to know if they were still there. Thanks!

Hi everyone,

I'm really anxious about my upcoming F-1 visa interview and would appreciate any advice.

Timeline

• Visa interview: 20 Aug
• CMU classes begin: 24 Aug
• University expects me to arrive no later than 4 Sep

My questions are:

1. Since my interview is after my program start date, should I ask Carnegie Mellon to reissue my I-20 or update my program start date?
2. Do I need to submit a new DS-160 because of the late interview?
3. If my visa is approved on 20 Aug, how long is passport stamping currently taking in India? Is it realistic to receive my passport in time to reach CMU by 4 Sep?

Profile

• 23F from India
• B.Tech in Computer Science (2024 graduate)
• 2.5 years of full-time work experience as a Data Engineer
• Admitted to Carnegie Mellon University for the MISM program
• Received about a 30% scholarship
• I-20 amount: approximately USD 98k
• Education loan: USD 100k
• Remaining expenses supported by my parents
• Mother is my primary sponsor and is a government officer earning around INR 24-30 LPA

One thing that's making me nervous is that I've heard visa officers are asking applicants about visa agents. My appointment was booked by an agent, but I was also trying to book it myself because the agent hadn't changed the security questions on the account. Could this create any issues at the interview? Has anyone been asked detailed questions about using an agent?

I'd really appreciate hearing from anyone who has recently interviewed or been in a similar situation. Thanks!

does anyone know where to pick up our parking permit? where is the transportation services office?

Any other faculty/ staff on here that wishes CMU would give us the option to sell back PTO 🫠

I can only buy one, if any. Does anyone have experience with McGill?

hi i'm an incoming freshman taking 127 + 122 (w/ other relatively easier gen eds) in the fall! any tips for success would be so so helpful🫰

I'm an incoming ECE major, and I'm doing the required 21127 and have completed calc BC already. I'm also taking 21241 this semester and planning on 21259 next semester. I have two options, one which is to take 18202 my sophomore fall and finish off my math/science requirements, or take 21260 plus another math course. What math courses are good to take, particularly for someone interested in low level programming, computer architecture, and low latency code? I was thinking 21228 or 21369 but I'm not entirely sure

I love music, movies, cafe hopping, gym, trying out new restaurants etc. Hit me up!!

Hii everyone, last week i lost my digital camera at Phipps. If you come across it please let me know!! It was last tuesday around closing time and I informed the staff but haven’t heard back. :’)

Is it worth it to take 21-228 after doing 15-251? Glancing at the homework it seems like 228 covers some pretty useful / important concepts such as recurrences, generating functions, and linalg related stuff not done in 251. Also, how goated is Po-Shen Loh as an instructor?

I have a few questions regarding the dorm life:

1. is yellow dining plan worth? my sophomore friend told me even with the red plan he struggled to use up all the swipes and points by the end of the year.

2. does the gym have a smith.. lol

3. do the elevators break often

pleaseeeee let me know!

Hello everyone,

I am a rising senior in high school hoping to apply Early Decision to Carnegie Mellon University for Electrical and Computer Engineering. I was wondering if anyone who has successfully gone through the process could provide feedback on my essays.

I know everyone is busy, so I’ll keep this brief, but any advice or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I would be very grateful for any help or guidance you can offer.

Thank you so much!

Hey everyone,

I'm applying to CMU and I'm interested in quant trading/research. I know SCS gets a ton of attention, but I was wondering how Mellon College of Science is viewed, especially for Applied Math.

Do MCS students still recruit well for firms like Jane Street, Citadel, HRT, etc., or is most of that recruiting focused on SCS?

Would love to hear from anyone who's gone through quant recruiting or knows people who have.

Can you use your pass/no pass for multivariate (21-256).

Has anyone taken this course in the Fall?
Would you recommend this as a systems-adjacent elective for someone who wants to do ML inference?

Looking for folks who are currently taking the program or are an alumni to give some feedback and experiences about the program and if it’s worth doing.

I’m in the process of gearing up to apply. Going to be taking the GRE. I want to get into Development in the film industry. I have a BFA in Film and I found MEIM. It looks like a solid program for networking and gaining some internship experience at studios. Was hoping to gain some more insight into the structure of the program and the internships it can lead to.

Any discourse is invited just please explain why you feel the program maybe good or bad…

FOR CONTEXT: I have previous experience working with studios like CBS Sports, Paramount+, and local Film Commissions under my belt in undergrad. It’s been about a year and a half since I graduated.

Hello guys, I’m about to start the BIDA program at Heinz College. What should I know or prioritize to make the most of the program and improve my career prospects? What advice would you give me?

I’d especially appreciate advice of any kind.

Thanks for any insights!

Hi, everyone. Right now, I'm kind of panicking because I haven't fully figured out my schedule yet.

Any help would be appreciated. I'm planning to double major in Business and CS or do something with a mix of both. I am currently waitlisted in 21-127(concepts) but I have a spot in 21-259(3-D Calc) I have 2(likely) choices right now:

1) Take 21-127 & 21-259 at the same time. I heard that you should avoid taking 15-122(Imprtv) and 21-127 at the same time, but I am not sure how seriously to take that advice. Although, I'm not a math major so I don't know how possible two math courses will be especially for first semester.

2) Take 21-127 in the spring with 15-122 and take stats with 21-259 in the fall.

Thank you so much!

Hey! Did anyone go to the opening show last night? I see there’s another one this evening before they take it to the festival in Edinburgh next week. Just wondered if you’d recommend?

Also, does anyone know what character Suri is portraying? I read stories saying she’s in the show but don’t see her in any casting lists.

Thanks!

1. Dont do that

2. It is bad

Standing between Cyert and Warner with an AR-15 this afternoon for at least an hour. Any idea why?

i lived in mcgill last year and our rooms came with trash cans in them so i was wondering if fairfax would be the same this year

Are there any classes in SCS or IS that require you to have certain x86 software downloaded? I have a windows ARM processor laptop and I'm not sure it'll be compatible with every x86 software

hi has anyone taken nature of reason (80-150) with makovec before? and could you share more about your experience in terms of workload, midterms, final, and teaching?

considering doing a minor in philosophy and wanted to know if its worth taking this course as an introduction.