When I was a high school senior looking at colleges, I knew I wanted a challenging school, but I did not want a cut-throat environment. I consider myself a high achiever, and I know from experience that competition in academics …
Reflecting on My Last First Day of Undergrad
The day before the first day of my senior year, my Emory friends and I had our weekly group Facetime call. We talk about our days and what we had been up to before reminiscing on when we first met …
Most Relevant Instagram Accounts for Emory Students
*Content on these Instagram pages does not reflect the opinion, insight, or endorsement of Emory University. This blog is student written in hopes of giving an honest insight into student life at Emory University. @overhearduniversity You’ve probably seen an overheard …
How to Know Emory is Right Without Visiting in Person
College tours and visits often seem like the most important part of deciding where you want to go. But right now visiting and touring Emory is not really possible. Which means that you may have never stepped foot on Emory’s …
Undercover as a Regular Student
When I was in high school, I was a three-season athlete. I ran cross country and track for my high school, played soccer for my town, and took dance classes once a week. I was in, what I would call, …