I'm sorry about the Japanese thing. That's a real pain in the ass. In addition to getting a tutor, can you see about tutoring someone in the level right below you? That should help you to keep up your Japanese, and you might even be able to get paid for it, too.

I'm glad you've got stuff worked out with the townhouse, and it's neat that you've got another roommate. That should help keep the rent down, too, right?

Also, gender studies and a class about fandom? I want your class schedule!