If you’re in a small class of less than 30 people, feel free to approach your professor directly before or after class to ask them a question, and use that as a starting point to introduce yourself and get them to remember you.

The noun "contemporaries" refers to people or things that exist or occurred during the same time period, often with a suggestion of being roughly of the same age or generation.

The phrase "When life gives you lemons" is part of the full metaphorical expression "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade," which means when you encounter difficult or challenging situations in life, you should try to make the best of them

A misanthropist is a person who has a general dislike, distrust, or contempt for humanity and often harbors negative feelings or attitudes toward people in general.

An aberration is a departure from what is considered normal, typical, or expected. It refers to a deviation or anomaly from a standard or a commonly accepted course of action, behavior, or condition.

"Superfluousness" is a noun that refers to the quality or state of being unnecessary, excessive, or more than what is required or appropriate.

"Tresses" is a plural noun that refers to long locks or strands of hair, especially when they are well-kept or styled.

"Dissidents" is a plural noun that refers to individuals or groups who oppose or dissent from the established political, social, or cultural norms, policies, or authorities in a society.

"Distr." is an abbreviation of "distribution," which refers to the process of making products, goods, services, or information available to consumers, clients, or end-users.