Dear Janus, Earth Angel and Poet:

This is a tough time for all of us, the threat of the epidemic to our health and lives, the economical and financial loss, the social distancing, the closing of schools and universities. I hope the social distancing will be a thing of the past in a couple of months, I do hope so. I hope the economy recovers in the next couple of years. These are my hopes. I suppose online communication is all we have without a threat to our health. So keep connecting online with anyone who can help you at the university, including the other LGBTQ members in Stockton.

I hope your medical withdrawal appeal is approved and that it will benefit you financially. Regarding the appointment you have tomorrow online regarding “the fall semester classes and possible major options”, think of my input regarding working in biochemistry/ genetic research, that it means working in a lab most of the time. Because you felt anxiety as a student in the context of lab work, and less anxiety in other contexts (a lecture when a professor didn’t rush with the material and explained well), it is probably better that you aim at a career that does not involve lab work.

Have a good rest of the week yourself, keep yourself as calm as possible so that you can make better choices for yourself.

anita