An Ode to Math, Mathematics in Nature

An Ode to Math, Mathematics in Nature

Math can be frustrating, boring, arduous and just plain hard at times. Nevertheless, from preschool onwards we learn concepts from counting to calculus. Even the biggest loathers of mathematics cannot dispute its importance. Math governs both our daily lives and our...
Back to School Essentials

Back to School Essentials

We are in that phase of getting organized for our school year. Whether it be school or housing related, many fall into the trap of buying too much stuff. However, there are a few things that are absolutely essential and not to be missed. Don’t worry about...
Back to School Resolutions

Back to School Resolutions

The start of the school year is on the horizon and possibly has already arrived for some of us. A new school year means a fresh start and the opportunity for many of us to establish new habits. Think of it as an opportunity to create new year’s resolutions for...
Pros and Cons of Taking a Gap Year

Pros and Cons of Taking a Gap Year

Taking a year off before university aka a “gap year” is becoming a more common thing to do in many countries. Even at Ivy league schools like MIT, deferral rates have doubled. What students do over gap years is variable: some travel, work, or pursue other passions...
Goal Setting as a Student

Goal Setting as a Student

Developing aspirations and goals in both life and your education are vital and will help drive you become successful and happy. I have always wanted to go to medical school since I was a kid. My goal is shared with millions of others, making it that much harder to...