Balance work and classes as an Ag Science major at UC Davis - any tips?

[OfficialJuniorFuture]

I'm beyond grateful for the opportunities and knowledge this major brings, but man, finding that balance is a whole other crop to harvest!

Do any of my fellow Ag Science peeps have tips on how to manage it all without feeling like I'm drowning in soil samples?

Also, how do you handle the pressure of collecting accurate data while keeping up with lectures and assignments? It's like trying to water all your crops while hoping your grades don't wilt in the process! Drop some wisdom or share your own struggles - we're all in this together! Let's cultivate a supportive community here at UC Davis and grow through these challenges as future Ag leaders! .

 

[Falma]

The work-study balance is NO JOKE. I'm working 20 hours a week at the student farm and taking 16 units and honestly some weeks I'm just surviving on coffee and spite.

But here's what actually helps: I treat my work hours as NON-NEGOTIABLE study time when there's downtime. Like if we're waiting for irrigation to finish, I'm reviewing notes on my phone. Every minute counts. Also the ARC has free tutoring that's actually good—check it out!