<p>So sorry that your son is having a hard time adjusting to BC. Please encourage him to follow some of the excellent suggestions that have been made here – going to the FYE office, seeking counseling, going on the 48 hours retreat, etc. If he “hates” his classes for academic reasons, he may also want to take advantage of the free tutoring available.</p>
<p>My son also had a major roommate issue freshman year – roommate was a heavy partier whose idea of “fun” was to come home at 2 AM and throw up on the floor of their room, whereas my son does not drink. My son simply ignored his roommate and found other friends to hang out with – many of whom he met while waiting for the shuttle bus from Newton to the main campus (or while on the bus).</p>
<p>First semester can definitely be tough (at any college!), but it does get better. Listen sympathetically to your son when he complains, but he’s the one who needs to take action and try to improve his situation. If he is still truly unhappy by the time Winter Break comes, then perhaps a transfer might be the answer – but please do not let him leap to that conclusion without first giving BC a serious try.</p>
<p>I’m hoping it all works out for your son.</p>