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Cuny reconnect and how it works

Hi everyone. I recently found out cuny reconnect but still am confused with some informations found online. I’ve had my associate from a cuny community college and I’m already at a 4 year senior college, starting my second semester there in a few weeks (fall).
I’m a dream act tap recipient for context. I was wondering if I’m eligible to apply for reconnect. If yes then how can I do so?

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u/colinksh — 6 days ago

Chilliwack (2026) size and how it fits

People who has the chilliwack bomber and care to share how it fits? I’m around 5’6” (168 cm) 115 lbs (53 kg) Male. I’m between S and XS but can’t decide on one. Mainly gonna be wearing with like a tshirt underneath on mild days but on colder days, perhaps with like a heat tech+sweater. Any suggestions? Am I better off getting S or should I get XS depending on my use case?

u/colinksh — 10 days ago

First time buyer and I need some suggestions for my use case

I’ve been looking into cg jackets for myself. I’ve narrow down to 3 options that I like and consider to fit my situation. The wydham parka, macmillian parka and chilliwack bomber. Mainly gonna be using it as an everyday jacket during winter.

I’m in nyc so the temperature ranges are in most winter days: 25–45°F (-4 to 7°C)
Colder days: 10–25°F (-12 to -4°C)
Rare extreme cold: below 10°F (-12°C) and so on.

As of now I really like the look of chilliwack bomber but not yet fully convinced to get it or just any of the three.
Since I wanna only get one jacket, I’d like something durable and has a decent longevity. Also something that’s easy to style or dress up, down. I do have other jackets and layers from patagonia that I can mix and match or rotate. The point is, it’s not going to be my only outerwear. For context, I’m around 5’6” ~115 lbs M.

I’m open to suggestions so feel free to share your opinions and what not. Thanks everyone:)

u/colinksh — 15 days ago

Should I get S/XS for 1/4 zip better sweater based on my use case?

Hi everyone. I just need some help choosing the size and color for 1/4 zip better sweater. I already have two full zip sweaters in black and stonewash.

Idk if I should just get stonewash again for 1/4 zip or go with a different color. Stonewash seems like the most versatile color to just mix and match. Any opinions? Just as an everyday wear really.

Both full zip ones I have are in size S. I heard sizing can sometimes be inconsistent for better sweaters depending on the color and version (I might be wrong).
For context, I’m 5’7” ~115 lbs more on lean side.

I’m currently between S and XS. My other concern is if they shrink or not after the dryer. Cuz I always use dryer afterwards I’m done with the laundry.
I’m mainly wearing with just a tshirt or something like a heat tech underneath. Or sometimes with another jacket over it (quilted bomber hoody, puffer, etc) depending on how cold it is.

Should I get S or am I better off getting XS this time(considering the shrinkage if it exist)?
I’m open to suggestions so feel free to share your thoughts. Thanks everyone

u/colinksh — 25 days ago
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Instacart+ or Dash Pass for aldi?

Which subscription is worth to get for shopping at aldi in general? For dash pass I’d get a student discount of either $4.99 per month or $48 annually for subscription.

I use instarcart for shopping from costco since i have costco membership and i usually meet the minimum $35 for free delivery and there’s no extra charge at all.

For shopping at aldi, should I get instacart+ or go with dash pass?

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u/colinksh — 27 days ago

Speaker recommendations for my home desk

Hi everyone. I’m new to the sub and I kind of need some help with picking my first speakers for my desk. Any guidance would be much appreciated.
My main use are just gonna be for movies, music, podcasts, etc basically for media consumption.
I got to try soundsticks 5 that one of my room mates have and it sounds pretty decent. But before I actually pull the trigger, I’d love to hear people’s opinions from here. Is it a decent speaker for my use case? Price wise I’m flexible since I dont see myself buying several speakers and rather just buy a decent one once than buying twice.
Any suggestions?
Are soundsticks any good for my use case?

Price - ~$300 to $350
Location- my room that has a standing desk which is 48x30

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u/colinksh — 30 days ago

Dream Act TAP disbursement for Fall 2026 semester

Hi everyone. By any chance do you guys know around when the tap(dream act) disbursements are made for fall semesters?
I’m from City College and have yet to see my award in cuny first. I’ve received a payment reminder from bursar and the deadline is july 17.
Last semester, I set up a payment plan to pay off the remaining balance that tap does not cover.

I can’t do it right now because I’m not seeing my TAP award in my cuny first like I said. I don’t how much much is TAP gonna cover this semester and dk what the remaining balance would be as well. I’m concerned because deadline is july 17th and I’m alittle lost here not knowing what to do.

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u/colinksh — 1 month ago
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Dream Act TAP disbursement for Fall 2026 semester

Hi everyone. By any chance do you guys know around when the tap(dream act) disbursements are made for fall semesters?
I’m from City College and have yet to see my award in cuny first. I’ve received a payment reminder from bursar and the deadline is july 17.
Last semester, I set up a payment plan to pay off the remaining balance that tap does not cover.

I can’t do it right now because I’m not seeing my TAP award in my cuny first like I said. I don’t how much much is TAP gonna cover this semester and dk what the remaining balance would be as well. I’m concerned because deadline is july 17th and I’m alittle lost here not knowing what to do.

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u/colinksh — 1 month ago
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Financial aid office contact

How long does it take for the dept to respond to your email? And just to make sure this is the correct email yes?

financialaid@ccny.cuny.edu

I’ve sent the office email a few times before and never got a response. I do have some questions regarding the issue I’m currently having with my award. Its somewhat urgent as well.

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u/colinksh — 1 month ago

Speakers needed for a newbie

Hi everyone. I’m actually new to the sub and I’m here cuz I need some help picking up a speaker for my desk setup. By any means I’m not an audiophile.

As of now, I’m just using speakers from my monitor and although it works it’s not the best. The volume tends to be so low especially with some videos on YouTube. I’m mainly gonna be using it for watching contents, movies and music etc for context.

A friend of mine has harman kardon soundsticks 5 and it sounds really amazing. He actually recommended me to get that. Any opinions on that or just in general? I don’t game at all. I’m open to suggestions so feel free to share your thoughts. Budget wise I’m flexible. If soundsticks 5 are good choice for my needs for instance, I’m willing to pay the price and whatnot.

Thank you everyone.

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u/colinksh — 1 month ago

Carry on 20 inch

Hi everyone. I just need some recommendations for a carry on luggage that I’ll be taking while traveling to west coast this august for a week. I’m not that familiar with luggages so feel free to share your opinions and I’m also open to suggestions:) thanks

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u/colinksh — 2 months ago
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Writing for engineering (summer 2026)

Is it gonna be very hard to take ENGL 21007 writing for engineering class during summer? I’m taking with prof Pamela Stemberg which is a hybrid class.

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u/colinksh — 2 months ago

Is this gonna fit?

Is fuji xt30 iii with sigma 18-50mm lens gonna fit inside the everyday sling 3L? Or am I better off with 6L?

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u/colinksh — 2 months ago
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Lens for xt30 iii

Just got myself a xt30 iii today and need some recommendations for lens to use with it. I’m more of a hobbyist and looking to take some everyday photos, street and I’m also traveling this august to west coast for a week.

For context this is my very first ever camera I own. Hope I made a good choice. Any lens recommendations you guys have in mind for my use case? I’m just starting out and need some help picking up the lens. Other than that I’m open to suggestions so feel free. Thank you all:)

u/colinksh — 2 months ago

Everyday sling size

Is it a 3L or more like a 6L everyday sling? To me it looks more like a 3L but still uncertain.

What I plan on carrying-

Fuji X-T30
13-33mm f/3.5-6.3 Lens
One camera battery
Keys
Wallet
Sometimes a kindle and that’s pretty much it really.

Based on what I carry, should I go for 3L or 6L?

u/colinksh — 2 months ago

Best AG boots on the market as of now?

What would you say are the best AG cleats you can get today?
Currently using fg boots on ag but heard its not ideal so I’m in the hunt for new ag cleats this time.
Considering vapor/superfly, f50 hyperfast, etc but there could be more options.
Other than that, how different is the ag soleplate on f50 compare to that of vapor/superfly?
Thanks everyone

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u/colinksh — 2 months ago
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Has anyone taken Weilin Li for calc 3(MATH 21300) here?

I can’t find any reviews on Rate My Professor and I’m thinking about taking him this fall. How are his lectures, exams, grading, and overall teaching style?Would you recommend taking Calc 3 with him? Thanks everyone

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u/colinksh — 3 months ago

AG and FG soleplates on phantom elites

Looking for opinions from people who’ve worn both.
Is the AG soleplate on the Nike Phantom 6 Elite actually better than the FG version?

Mainly wondering about durability, comfort, traction, and whether AG is safer/more forgiving overall. Also this might sound crazy but do AG fits the same as FG particularly for this boot; phantoms elite?

I mostly play on AG at least for now. I owned a FG elite high. Is AG worth getting over FG, or does FG hold up just as well? I had a hard time trying to find a boot that fit me well, ended up getting this phantoms are they fit like gloves to my feet now that I wanted another pair as they’re currently on sale. Better off getting ag this time? Thanks everyone.

u/colinksh — 3 months ago

How different are the 1/2 sizes?

Just a quick question regarding the size. I recently bought a phantom 6 elite high, it was hard for me to find a boot that fits me well and phantoms fit amazing. Now that I wanted another boot, this time I’m getting a low cut version.
I bought US 9.5 they fit great in terms of width, but length wise there’s about a thumb space from my toe to the top for the boot. They play just fine but it’d be nice if there’s less space like maybe half the thumb instead of a full thumb.
When I cut sharply or sprint, I didn’t notice like my foot sliding inside or so and my toes are not hitting the front when stopping suddenly either.

My question is how different is 9 from 9.5? Are they the same in terms of width but shorter in length? Or is it the other way around??
Am I better off just sticking with 9.5 or should i get 9 instead?
Thanks everyone.

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u/colinksh — 3 months ago
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Help me pick a jacket as my first piece

Do I get the 1st or 2nd jacket? I intend to wear with like a hoodie underneath, basically like a spring and fall jacket for me. Also size wise, am I better off getting S or M(for each jacket, since they have different fits if I'm not wrong)? For context, I'm 5'7", around 120lbs. There is no store nearby so I can't go try in person. Thanks everyone.

u/colinksh — 3 months ago