Category Archives: Academics
Reflecting on My Terp Experience at UMD USG Campus: A Journey to Call Home
As I sit down to write my final blog post for Around the Grove, I can’t help but feel a wave of nostalgia mixed with gratitude washing over me. My time as a Terp at the University of Maryland’s USG … Continue reading
Embracing Opportunity: My Experience as a First-Gen, Debt-Free Graduate
I recently had the honor of representing my peers as the undergraduate student speaker at the UMD Board of Advisors meeting for the Robert H. Smith School of Business. This experience has been nothing short of transformative, especially considering my … Continue reading
Blooming Beyond the Storm
In life, just as in nature, storms inevitably come and go. But what follows the tumultuous winds and pouring rain is the promise of a new season, one filled with warmth, growth, and renewal. As college students, we often find … Continue reading
Why Comparing Yourself to Others Hinders Your College Journey
Have you ever wondered why you’re not as far along as your friends or how you can’t seem to get good grades like your classmates? I’m pretty sure we’ve all compared ourselves to others and didn’t feel good in the … Continue reading
Understanding Eustress and Distress: What’s the Difference?
Hello everyone! Today, I want to talk about something we all deal with: stress. But did you know that not all stress is bad? Yup, there are actually two types of stress: eustress and distress. Eustress and distress are like … Continue reading
Have you heard about Global Game Jam?
Over the winter break, I decided to take part in this year’s Global Game Jam. If you have never heard of Global Game Jam, it’s a competition held all over the world; where current and pass students in the game … Continue reading
You Are Who You Are
Hello Everyone! I hope everyone is having a great start to the 2024 Spring semester! My start of the semester has had an intriguing start. In one of my classes, we were asked to take a personality test, and I … Continue reading
Getting Started On The Right Foot
Hello everyone! Welcome back to the spring semester, and a special shout-out to those of us entering the final lap of our undergraduate journey. As someone who has navigated through many semesters, I have learned many ways to get myself … Continue reading
A Guide to a Great Semester
Embarking on a new semester can be both exciting and overwhelming. However, with a few key strategies, you can turn it into a rewarding and successful experience. Here are some essential tips to help you make the most of your … Continue reading
Taking Life’s Detour… Again
When I last shared on this blog about “Taking Life’s Detour,” my future was a little more uncertain. Now, here’s a follow-up, a Part 2, to shed light on where life is guiding me. Also, please take my continuous changes … Continue reading
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The Universities at Shady Grove (USG) 