by Gina Bolanos, University of Rochester, '18
It’s constantly said that colleges look more than just your grades, which is often true. There’s many factors that come into play as you’re applying to your future institution and one of my favorites is: letters of recommendation. Yeah, I know...
by Gabriel Reyes, Brown University , '17
“We learn most from our failures.” “Failure is an opportunity for learning and growth.” “It’s not a matter of how many times we fall but how we get ourselves back up.” Ah, failure—it’s a universal word every college-bound student is all too familiar with, but I would...
by Brenda Angulo, Trinity Washington University , '17
Have you ever failed in doing something? Have you ever gone a certain route and thought that you were going so well that you actually got distracted and failed? I have. Earlier this year, I got myself in a hole from which I thought I could never get out. I am still...
by Gina Bolanos, University of Rochester, '18
The title may not be the best, but let me get straight to the point: internships. Okay yes they look great on your resume, but you know what else it can lead to? Well other than earning money, I would say it’s another way for you to discover your talents and...
by Benjamin Hoertnagl-Pereira, Johns Hopkins University , '18
One of the greatest aspects of college is the diversity present on campus. I know it probably sounds cliché, but in reality, it is so true. With students from all around the country and world, with an expansive range of interests, you are guaranteed to find a group or...