by Estefani Rivas Sierra, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, '23
I always dread the week of Labor Day. You see, you leave for the summer, come back to school, and all the sudden you have another day off. Of course, our bodies aren’t used to our routine schedules for school, so it’s hard to return back on Tuesday....
by Dave Lacroix, Dartmouth College , '19
Break is over and I am back in school! I can’t say that I really need to get back into the school mode because I have been studying during my six week break. I have been trying to prepare for my rigorous courses by doing practice exams, reviewing the textbook,...
by Dallas Simms, The University of Virginia , '17
In the end, it is people that mean the most in life. No amount of money or successful careers could ever compete with the laughter and love felt among human beings. Exactly one year ago, my twin brother and I were in the chaotic midst of the college process, adding...
by Tyler Lattimore, Emory University , '15
There are so many things that I am thankful for. In many ways, I considered myself to be privileged, well, blessed. When I think about where I’ve come from then look at where I am, I cannot help but smile thankfully. Considering the obstacles that I have faced along...
by Alexa Rodriguez, Wellesley College , '17
Thanksgiving is such a wonderful holiday, for many reasons of course. For one you get to be with your family. You all take a break from the fast, merciless pace of life and slip into the warm comfort of your home for a cozy evening with your family. Thanksgiving is...
