Category Archives: Academics

MY FIRST TIME-(Around the Grove)

The anxiety of my first time blogging made me curious as to what other first time experiences discovering USG was providing for others. So I reached out to everyone hoping that they could give me some ideas, pointers, and feedback. Read on for three first time experiences at USG and let our minor traumas be your teachable moments. Continue reading

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USG’s Great Wall

Have you heard about the Great Wall of Universities at Shady Grove? If not check this out. We call it the USG OPEN WALL. It is situated on “the west side of the library foyer opposite the circulation desk. You … Continue reading

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Welcome 2 USG!

Hi guys! Welcome to USG! I know it must be tough adjusting back to school after a long, exciting summer! But that doesn’t mean you cannot do it! For new or returning students, you might have forgotten about the services … Continue reading

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My Favorite Thing About School: Rewarding & Educational Trips

Welcome back, Current Students!  Welcome, New Students!  I am so happy to be back to school and begin blogging again. I especially appreciate the opportunity to share about my experiences and interests with you all. First and foremost, I am … Continue reading

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Study Breaks (Posted on behalf of John Arthur)

With exams now, you’ve probably been spending a lot of time in the Priddy Library studying. You’ve probably realized that you haven’t gotten up for the last few hours and need a change of location. I personally like to move … Continue reading

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Two Years Later

It’s hard to believe that I will not be writing another blog post two weeks from today.  It’s hard to believe that I will not be jogging around the school asking people to attend the town hall the last Wednesday … Continue reading

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My Tidal Wave of Change: A Spoken Word

Seventeen years. Since my first day of school. I can look back  all the way to that day and still remember my navy blue dress, the big grin on my face, and my bright red vest. It was day one … Continue reading

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Integrating Passion and Strategy | Happy Finals!

Earlier this week, I was listening to the commencement speech given by President Obama to the Howard University’s Class of ’16 Graduates, and he said one line that truly resonated with me… Continue reading

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If I Had a Time Machine (Posted on behalf of Rachel Safferman)

If I Had a Time Machine… These are the things I would have told myself prior to beginning nursing school four semesters ago. Though time travel has not yet been perfected, perhaps these tid-bits will find their way into the … Continue reading

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And the Graduation Festivities Officially Begin

Granted that University of Maryland, College Park students do not graduate till May 18th, but you can feel the end coming closer and closer.  USG campus has provided its graduating class this year (the 15th graduating class aka the best class) … Continue reading

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