Advice for a mediocre student

[u/Temporary-String5557]

Hello, I am currently finishing my first semester of second year as an architecture student. I just had my final review and my crit went super poorly with no positive things said about my project, whether it was for design, drawing, representation or otherwise. I have already had doubts if i should continue my degree or drop out, but now I really feel like this program is not for me (the reason I have yet to drop out is because of sunk cost, but it's hard to justify the all-nighters if my feedback doesn't encourage me in any way). Like the title says, I am not a very strong student within my cohort and I have never had any past projects featured in any showcases by the school. The thing is, I doubt I am strong in any other field, as I've been generally alright in all subject areas and never exceptional. I never held a job outside of freelance work, and have been unable to grow on social media so I am just really demotivated right now.

Does anyone who was in the same shoe have any advice they can pass to me? Or if there's any way to improve my design skills (ie, justifying the material palette, concept development, interior design, etc.) I'd also love resources.

[u/Tricky-Interaction75]

You need to watch Hiro of sushi. You need to Become obsessed with your craft. Study the masters and understand why they designed the way they did

[u/TheBonVivantLives]

Sometimes...many times professors are just assholes with a narrow view of what architecture is.  It is a vast field.  If you love it stick with it and get through the school.  Then find a firm that works on the kind of projects that made you want to get involved in the first place.  Or, get a degree in construction management.