The discussion centers on a user who has officially declared a physics major at a small liberal arts college on the east coast. They have received keys to the science building and labs, indicating a level of access typically granted to students involved in projects or lab assistant roles. The user is currently finishing their sophomore year and plans to take courses in statistical mechanics and thermodynamics next semester, with aspirations to study abroad in the spring.
PREREQUISITESStudents considering a physics major, academic advisors, and anyone interested in the experiences of undergraduate physics students at liberal arts colleges.