Riding out the first-year roller coaster
Elizabeth, Life Sciences and Biochemistry, Class of 2028
Mon, 01/27/2025 - 12:00
First year can be a ride! As she embarks on the new semester, Elizabeth reflects on how honing her study habits and seeking support helped her in the fall.
Combatting the Shrinking World of Perfection
Hannah, English & Psychology, Class of 2026
Wed, 01/22/2025 - 12:00
Instead of dwelling on the “new year, new you” impulse to be perfect, Hannah’s thinking about what it means to be good enough.
What Worked, What Didn’t, and What’s Next
Liyi, Engineering, Class of 2025
Fri, 01/17/2025 - 12:00
Liyi’s not making new year’s resolutions. Instead, she reflects on what to keep, what to cut, and what to try now.
Breaking up the year is hard to do
April, PhD Literature, Class of 2028
Fri, 01/17/2025 - 12:00
April takes a proper vacation for the first time in a long time. Here she reflects on the hurdles and benefits.
The most wonderful time of the year?
Elizabeth, Life Sciences and Biochemistry, Class of 2028
Thu, 01/02/2025 - 12:00
Elizabeth’s thinking about stepping away from STEM and wondering who else she might be.
‘Tis the Exam Season
Liyi, Engineering, Class of 2025
Thu, 12/12/2024 - 12:00
Exams come more than once a year, so Liyi’s had many opportunities to practice her study skills. Find out what she’s learned.
How to Sleep Better
Hannah, English & Psychology, Class of 2026
Thu, 12/12/2024 - 12:00
Hannah has been learning about sleep this fall (for class!). Here she shares her top tips for catching some zzzs.
How to Cope and Thrive with Finals, Holidays, and Anxiety
Maria, Global Development Studies, Class of 2027
Thu, 12/12/2024 - 12:00
Exams aren’t the only stressor this season. Maria reminds us to focus on what matters most—when studying and celebrating.
The writer’s dilemma
April, PhD Literature, Class of 2028
Tue, 12/10/2024 - 12:00
April’s still writing—and reminding herself that pushing ahead isn’t always the most useful strategy.
The Inevitable Slump
Liyi, Engineering, Class of 2025
Mon, 11/18/2024 - 12:00
With November comes burnout. Liyi has 8 tips for getting back to yourself and getting yourself back on track.