One of the most important things I've learned this semester is falling behind sucks. If there is one thing in particular that my English professor and other professors have tried to stress is the importance of asking for help. There's no excuses for falling behind in school. Professors for the most part are willing to help, that's what they're there for. My advice for other students is to stay on top of things and to reach out for help when they're stuck between a rock and a hard place.