5 Ways to Keep Growing After Undergrad
Not too long ago, all I needed was my student ID card to enter the sanctuary filled with knowledge and curiosity that was my undergrad…
Adulting
College Is Hard Enough, Finding the Right Major Shouldn’t Be
During my freshman year of college, I waltzed into my Architecture Studio 101 class with the confidence of an individual who was certain that this…
Faking It: On Pretending to Be a Grown-Up
I halt my chair-swiveling when one of my students — a big-shot Korean businessman — walks in. I stand up, and I give my best…
5 Things I Do to Strengthen My Relationship With My Parents as an Adult
When I was younger, both of my parents tried very hard to get me to practice meditation for my anxiety. It didn’t relax me,…
Words of Wisdom: 4 Graduation Speeches That Continue to Inspire Me
After trying on my cap and gown, practicing my best fake smile, and mentally preparing myself for the long ceremony ahead, the only thing standing…
3 Things No One Told Me About Owning a Dog
I have wanted a dog ever since I can remember. As a child, I wrote a letter asking Santa for one every single year. Unfortunately…
Get Organized: 5 Tips for Simplifying Your Life
When I was in seventh grade, my teacher repeatedly told our class that “neatness was the key to success.” As I became an adult and…
Taking Postgrad Life One Day at a Time
I’ve never been a fan of change, so you can only imagine how I felt about graduating from college. It was a milestone that I…
5 Ways to Successfully Transition From College to ‘Real Life’
Walking across the graduation stage, I had a simple mantra: Don’t trip. I shook hands with University of South Florida’s president, and, blinded by stage…
No Doctor’s Visit Required: Take These 4 Steps for Your Health
In 2020, taking care of my health has looked a little different than other years. With the global pandemic, I’ve realized that some health appointments…