While school and college in general can be a huge time commitment, its also so important that you get involved at Rutgers outside of the classroom. Lots of times, students may get caught in the mindset of thinking that they just dont have time to do other activities because of the …
What I Learned My First Year
Take AP classes seriously. As a premed, if you come in with no AP credit, you’re going to find yourself taking Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, and maybe a 1-credit seminar. It’s a lot. There is absolutely no time if you’re playing catch-up with the system. Friends aren’t always forever. Do …
The Ultimate Guide to Geek Week 2018
Calling all geeks and nerds!! Tomorrow is the first day of Geek Week 2018, and it’s time for all of us to shine. Now, you may be wondering: what the heck is Geek Week? It’s a week filled with all kinds of events celebrating the different things that people geek …
Black Panther: How it portrays the things significant to the African background
Black Panther, one of Marvel’s best Avengers hero, made one of the biggest pre-sale tickets in history. Black Panther happens to be the first actual Black hero that has been brought to the screen and it has such an inspiring …
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The Importance of Relaxation in Mental Health as Told Through SpongeBob Gifs
Don’t feel guilty for taking time for yourself. Let’s face it, college can be hard. Between attending classes, studying, and sleep deprivation, it is no wonder that college students are stressed out. College can seem like an everlasting cycle of responsibilities. In the midst of all the chaos, it I …
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5 Things to Do on a Rainy Day at Rutgers
So today (February 11) is the second day in a row that it’s been raining here, and I’ve been pretty much stuck in my dorm to avoid getting soaked. I’m sure I’m not the only one, and I’m also sure that this won’t be the last time this happens while …
Experience Rutgers Outside the Classroom
College is a great place to experiment with your interests. One way to discover those interests while making friends are school clubs. Lucky for us Rutgers has a wide variety of clubs and organizations for students to join and feel a sense of community. On top of providing wonderful personal …
New Semester’s Resolutions
New Semester, new you. Have you already given up on your 2018 resolutions? Have no fear, for the early stages of this new semester are the perfect time to set goals for success. Check out some New Semester’s Resolutions for inspiration! Actually Do Your Readings Although this sounds totally obvious, …
Make the Most of Your Last Week of Break
Unfortunately, holiday break is ending in a little less than a week. But there are still many things that can be accomplished within six days! Here are some ways to make the days count before the new semester: Do something with your family. You’ve probably been spending a lot of …
How to Survive Finals at RU
If I can get through it, so can you. Although most of us are done with finals for the semester, it never hurts to pick up some tips for next semester. Check out my list to make your next round of finals less miserable. Take Advantage of Reading Day Reading …
Eight Things I Love About Rutgers University
Yes, we all know it’s finals week right now, but we can’t forget that it is also the holiday season!! I’m Jewish, and while I’m constantly studying for and taking finals, I’m also celebrating Hannukkah. And since Hannukkah lasts for eight days, I figured I would share eight things I …
How to Survive Finals Season
Finals season is upon us, and while it may be stressful, it also marks the end of yet another semester. Its the final step before receiving a clean grade slate next semester, and while studying may seem like the last thing you want to do before going on Christmas break, …
Things To Be Grateful For This Holiday Season
As finals rapidly approach and so many things are going on at once, its very easy to lose sight of what you are thankful for. Being so caught up in school makes it harder to appreciate all of the wonderful things that surround you and are a part of your …
Sick Day Tips
Somehow, I managed to contract the flu (or some variation of it) on the last day of Thanksgiving and spent all of last week sick. Thankfully, I’ve recovered and have some tips to share with you all in case you ever get sick in college. Drink TONS of water. Some …
Celebrate with the Rutgers University Choir
The end of the semester can be a bit stressful with upcoming exams and papers due. Relieve those stresses with the wonderful sounds of music. -Rutgers University Choir’s Fall Concert: Visions and Vigils. Rutgers University Choir is pleased to present their annual Fall Concert, under the direction of Reid Masters. …
R U Homesick?
There’s no place like home. Home is where the heart is, not to mention our family, home cooked meals, and steaming hot showers. For those of us who have yet to trade in our shower flip flops for a weekend at home, check out these tips to cure your homesickness. …
A Late Introduction to College
It has been about two months since I’ve moved in at Rutgers, and here is a list of things I learned. (Side note: this is super late because it is in the nature of a student to procrastinate). 1. Your dorm won’t be perfect on move-in day. Chances are, it …
Midterms: Expectations vs. Reality
I just had my last of my first round of midterms for the semester on Friday, and I am so happy that I’m finished with them! Now that they’re over, though, I can say for sure that they were not at all what I expected them to be, especially because …
(New) Adventure Time?
The middle of the semester might seem like an odd time to start something new, but just hear me out. You’ve finished your midterms and several papers, and you’ve sort of got your social (maybe even romantic) life figured out. In other words, you’re starting to get settled in. The grades …
Hearing Joe Biden Speak at the It’s On Us Rally
On October 12, former Vice President Joe Biden visited Rutgers to speak at the It’s On Us rally as part of the Turn the Campus Purple week to raise awareness and prevention of sexual assault. I was one of the few people who got a ticket in the few hours …
Post Midterms
So taking midterms had everybody stressed and anxious. The exam marks that came out either made people really happy or really upset. Some people decided to bump down a class level because they didn’t pass, and it is definitely my benefit because there’s more room in the lecture hall. But, …