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Clear filtersNo, I'm Not a Theater Major, I'm Just a Low Key Thespian
December 28, 2016
I'm not a Theater major, and I've never actually taken a theater class. But I've found that there's a vibrant student theatre scene on campus, and that there are opportunities for non-majors to act in the department shows that happen each semester.
Admissions Advice, or A Letter to Prospective Obies That's Actually a Projection of Latent Internal Misery
December 27, 2016
A rejection is never the end. It isn't a failing or a miscalculation or a detour on the path of young adulthood. In fact, for me, a rejection was the impetus to drive myself toward acceptance elsewhere.
Athletics while Abroad
December 25, 2016
For the student-athlete considering going abroad -- I say go for it.
Reflecting on Fall Semester
December 20, 2016
I want to be truthful about my whole experience: the joys, the triumphs, and the pain. No semester is ever all good or all bad.
Letter to Myself as a High School Senior
December 6, 2016
For all of you high school seniors at home filling out your college applications right now, this is a blog post for you. It's written specifically to myself, but extrapolate my own advice into your own experiences.
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