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Daylight Saving Time…Yay or Nay? 

Once again, we have come to one of my most dreaded times: daylight saving. We have to go through this inconvenience twice a year and it’s still difficult to remember whether we lose or gain an hour. Despite being prepared … Continue reading

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It’s Wintertime

This is the first full week of November, and the weather is cold. In the last few days, the commute to the campus has increased by 5 to 10 minutes. In addition, walking the short distance from Student Parking Garage/Lot … Continue reading

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Life after Midterms Season

Midterms season left me completely drained, and to say it took a toll on me would be an understatement. As a senior, you’d think I’d have it all figured out by now, but this semester brought unexpected challenges. Balancing a … Continue reading

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USG events happening now!

Last Friday I had the opportunity to be a student speaker at the Smith School Dean’s Board meeting, and it reminded me about why I decided to join extracurriculars and everything that makes USG special. I wanted to remind my … Continue reading

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TESTUDO JOINS USG!

Hello there, friends! Big news for all you Terrapin fans out there – Testudo, the iconic diamondback terrapin and UMD’s beloved mascot, is crawling its way to the Universities at Shady Grove! Today, on October 30th at 1 pm, the … Continue reading

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Celebrating The Small Wins

We’ve reached the halfway point of the Fall 2023 semester! This means that the hard work, long nights, and probably Starbucks has gotten us all pretty far. Think about it. We’ve had group projects, exams, essays, and even smaller assignments … Continue reading

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A Day in The Life of A BS-MPH Student

Being a dual-degree student is a very unique and fulfilling experience. If you are thinking about applying for an accelerated master’s program at UMD, I am here to give you a little summary of what a day in my life … Continue reading

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Which Learning Style Describes You? 

Everyone is different in how they learn and interpret information. Have you ever wondered why you grasp materials better when the professor presents lecture slides instead of just speaking? There is a reason for individuals preferring distinct learning styles to … Continue reading

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Senioritis

This is my last semester of college! I’ve had an amazing time in school, made great friends, and learned so much. But lately, I’ve been excited to start my professional career. I already accepted a full-time job offer about a … Continue reading

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Tips for starting off your semester on the right foot 

As someone who suffers from anxiety, I always wonder how other people feel about their level of preparedness. The first week of classes is definitely a bit jarring, especially after being on summer break for so long. In order to … Continue reading

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