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Andrés '24: How to Pursue Research as a Non-STEM Major

Andrés ’24: How to Pursue Research as a Non-STEM Major

Posted on March 14, 2023November 30, 2022 by Northwestern Admissions
I started my first year at Northwestern as a Biomedical Engineering student, and I understood for the most part what STEM research would look like: lab coats, beakers, test tubes, and etc. However, wh... Read More
Nolan—Not Just a Lab Coat: My Undergraduate Research Experiences

Nolan—Not Just a Lab Coat: My Undergraduate Research Experiences

Posted on September 11, 2019 by Admissions Blog
Before this summer, I never really considered myself a researcher. Whenever I think of the word “research,” a lab coat, some very advanced science equipment, and safety glasses come to mind. While... Read More
Alyssa: My First Summer Away From Home

Alyssa: My First Summer Away From Home

Posted on March 5, 2019 by Admissions Blog
At the end of my first year of college, I had the intention of flying back home, seeing my family and friends, and relaxing after a hectic year. However, the universe (and my parents) had other plans ... Read More
Discovering Research as an Undergrad at Northwestern

Discovering Research as an Undergrad at Northwestern

Posted on June 4, 2018 by Admissions Blog
I began my time at Northwestern interested in research, but I had no experience working in research labs as a high school student and no idea where to start. At some point during my first weeks here, ... Read More
Carter: The Road to Research

Carter: The Road to Research

Posted on March 13, 2018March 9, 2018 by Admissions Blog
There were so many things to consider when I applied to Northwestern. Location, STEM programs, theatre programs, social life, campus beauty… It was an absolute whirlwind. The one field that was ... 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
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