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Jacquelyn: Fall at Northwestern

Jacquelyn: Fall at Northwestern

Posted on October 10, 2017October 13, 2017 by Admissions Blog
I am a huge fan of the fall season, especially because fall is when some of my favorite events occur at Northwestern. Not only is the weather perfect (sorry to all the summer fans out there), but fall... Read More
Jacquelyn: Keep an Open Mind in College

Jacquelyn: Keep an Open Mind in College

Posted on September 12, 2017September 8, 2017 by Admissions Blog
One important thing to know about me is the pride I have for my city – Chicago. People tend to have a favorable bias toward their home, but it’s my personal belief that whether it’s the food, ne... Read More
Faith: Tips for Studying Success

Faith: Tips for Studying Success

Posted on September 4, 2017September 19, 2017 by Admissions Blog
I’ll be honest, most times I like to study on my bed. I plug in my laptop, gather the supplies I will need (notebook, pens, textbook, etc.), climb up with my back to the wall, and settle in for a (u... Read More
Jacquelyn: How I Balance Family and School

Jacquelyn: How I Balance Family and School

Posted on August 29, 2017August 23, 2017 by Admissions Blog
When I left for college, it was a big deal for my family. My older brother lived at home while he went to college, so I was the first one leaving home. Technically, my house in Chicago is just a 40-mi... Read More
Faith: Pursuing Pre-med at Northwestern

Faith: Pursuing Pre-med at Northwestern

Posted on August 24, 2017August 24, 2017 by Admissions Blog
The University Academic Advising Center (pre-med office, colloquially) is an invaluable resource for Northwestern students. This office takes students through the nuances of what being pre-med means f... Read More
Nicole: Lying On The Lakefill Boosts Your GPA - Self Care At Northwestern

Nicole: Lying On The Lakefill Boosts Your GPA – Self Care At Northwestern

Posted on August 15, 2017August 17, 2017 by Admissions Blog
  My days in high school started at 7 a.m. and usually ended after 11 p.m. — whenever I had returned from musical rehearsal and finished my last homework assignment. I reserved time for vol... Read More
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