BYU Pathway

Ok, so I'm midway through my first semester in the BYU-Pathway program. To give context, my aim is to transition seamlessly from this program into BYU-Idaho, where I plan to earn both my Associates and Bachelors degrees.

Initially, I had reservations about the mandatory weekly Zoom "Gathering" meetings. I def thought they would end up being boring and chaotic.

However, now that I'm halfway through, I gotta admit, I'm pleasantly surprised. The Zoom meetings are quick, lasting only an hour each week for each class--so two a week for me.

These sessions have created a sense of community for me and I feel like I actually have fellow students that I know, offering a balance to the rest of the program's predominantly "I'm alone in my house doing all of this on my couch far away from any people" studying approach.

The course content is clear and simple. It's evident that it's designed for people who may not have a strong educational foundation, hence, a substantial amount of remedial work.

Despite this, I find myself enjoying the classes. I've managed to learn new concepts and appreciate how the program has motivated me to actively pursue a degree.

Although this subreddit doesn't see much activity, it doesn't bother me. I'll keep posting regularly, hoping my experiences help any new people who are seeking information on the program.

Bruh, I even bought a BYU-Pathway shirt from the BYU-Idaho student online store to show my BYU pride. This time next year, I'll be a full-fledged BYU-I student. I'm all in! lol