College was often on Nathaniel's mind. While he was in no way financially sound enough to afford it, there were programs here. The state was willing to help many students, especially where community college was involved... At least, that's what the brochures and websites said.

Ok, maybe working for an Associates and juggling wolf life would come with difficulties- but if he picked the right classes... And in the beginning it'd mostly be general stuff right? And he was more than capable at academic work. He needed to learn more- no, not just that. He knew quite a bit- short of scientific and technological matters, the pup was at least proficient with the basics. This might allow him to dig deeper into things, if only by a few shovelfulls. A few courses caught his eye instantly, relating to matters he held interest in-

Biology was an available focus in most places, and that often required courses in Chemistry as well... it might be a good platform to comparing it with his own physiology, and that of others.

A stray course in Geology might help him understand ley lines, or Loci- maybe there was a connection related to normal patterns?

Courses in mythology were sparse but around. Ancient legends regarding those things comparable to the Uratha were full of misconceptions, but it might still be of interest.

courses dealing with electronics would certainly bring him up to at least understanding such things. At least Nathaniel had a grasp on scientific matters- when it came to technology he was woefully under-prepared.

And of course there were some courses devoted to physical education which... Yeah. Those would help.

It would take some work, and Nathaniel's interests might stray until he found a specific focus. But this was a path forward- it would help open doors. Many applications were sent in, electronic submissions, requests- anywhere relatively nearby that would be feasible.