About three years ago, I got waitlisted from almost every college that I applied to. It sucked. But now that I’ve grown since then, I see that this essay and the whole college application process was such a pivotal part of my development. Without further ado, here’s the common app…

This past summer, I worked as a software engineering intern at LinkedIn on the Platform Automation team. In this post, I will be covering what it was like to work from home and from office, the type of project I worked on, and the overall company culture at LinkedIn. Work from home The…

During my first semester of fully remote school (Fall 2020), I was feeling quite unfulfilled at home taking Zoom classes. Gone were the days of studying with friends with rooms full of floor-to-ceiling whiteboards, going to events for free food, and meeting people organically. …

What does it mean to be the main character? According to Urban Dictionary, the main character is “someone who you can make a movie about and have it be interesting they are quirky and not basic”. This popular phrase is derived from the complexities of main characters in movies, shows, and books. Compared to supporting characters like the best…

How I got straight A’s and 8+ hours of sleep every night — Like many college students, I have struggled with anxiety, sleep, food, and more. Therefore, I am always working to develop healthier habits. This semester, my health goals were as follows: Getting in bed around 10 pm and sleeping between 11 pm — 12 am. Working out almost daily but allowing…

I am your average college student. I kind of know what I want to do in life, but at the same time, I have no idea. But recently I’ve unintentionally stumbled upon some key parts in the formula for success. Over the last two semesters, I’ve been running special events…

Let’s talk about the college admissions scandal that shook the nation a few years ago. In 2019, a criminal conspiracy lead by Rick Singer was exposed. This scandal consisted of Rick promising wealthy parents that he could get their children into elite American universities through the “side door”, as opposed…

It’s mentorship season! Whether you’re the leader of a club, corporate company, or any other type of group, mentorship is a critical part of every organization. Through virtual coffee chats, speed dating calls, and more, mentorship programs can help people get connected with those who can offer a little guidance. …

I have always been creative — spent my summers painting in the mountains, played the clarinet, wrote the most dramatic short stories about anything and everything. When I was in high school, I turned to creative writing to air out my feelings and put my thoughts into words. …