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Veronique: If I Could Be A Sailor

Veronique: If I Could Be A Sailor

Posted on September 25, 2015September 21, 2017 by AdmissionBlog
I’ve been super lucky throughout my Northwestern experience to be a part of several amazing student groups. I’ve met some of my best friends through these groups, whether related to my academic in... Read More
Connie: Unexpected Experiences

Connie: Unexpected Experiences

Posted on September 25, 2015September 21, 2017 by AdmissionBlog
It all started with a phone call one Friday night during my first year. I picked up my phone, answering, “Hello?” “Hey Connie! It’s Alex. One of our piano teachers in AMASE dropped out last mi... Read More
Tyler: Looking Forward to My Dream Job

Tyler: Looking Forward to My Dream Job

Posted on September 11, 2015September 21, 2017 by AdmissionBlog
When parents and students ask me about my home school at Northwestern, Medill, I open my response very intentionally and very carefully. “I’ll be honest, it’s really hard for me to say anything ... Read More
Jim: Lakefill at Sunset/Sunrise

Jim: Lakefill at Sunset/Sunrise

Posted on September 11, 2015 by AdmissionBlog
I grew up spending a lot of time on a lake, so Northwestern’s immediate proximity to Lake Michigan was a huge sell for me. Swimming on the beaches is nice when I can, but even taking a walk just to ... Read More
Jim: If I Could Join One More Group

Jim: If I Could Join One More Group

Posted on September 2, 2015September 21, 2017 by AdmissionBlog
Ask any of my friends about how many activities I’m involved with at Northwestern, and I guarantee the response you receive will be “Too many!” I’ve never been one to shy away from an opportun... Read More
Kevin: Sustained Dialogue

Kevin: Sustained Dialogue

Posted on September 2, 2015September 21, 2017 by AdmissionBlog
I came from a relatively homogenous high school. The uniformity was not one-dimensional either: my classmates in high school were all generally the same whether you looked at academic interests, race ... Read More
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