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Maria: The Real Reason AND is in Our DNA

Maria: The Real Reason AND is in Our DNA

Posted on May 3, 2019 by Admissions Blog
I knew I wanted to study film since I was in middle school. But while film has always been where I channel my passion for storytelling, it isn’t for everyone. My parents (both engineers) never press... Read More
Kendyl: The “Right” Way to Register for your First Quarter

Kendyl: The “Right” Way to Register for your First Quarter

Posted on May 1, 2019 by Admissions Blog
Between taking placement tests, determining which AP scores would be accepted for credit, and skimming course catalogues, I did everything I could to logistically prepare for my first course registrat... Read More
Alyssa: Finding the Major Right for Me

Alyssa: Finding the Major Right for Me

Posted on April 18, 2019 by Admissions Blog
When I started my first year at  Northwestern, I had no clue what I was going to major in, what I wanted to do for a career, and, in general, what my future would look like. I came in as undecided, l... 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
Tomas: Navigating Careers at NU

Tomas: Navigating Careers at NU

Posted on February 11, 2019February 27, 2019 by Admissions Blog
Fall career recruitment can be a stressful time for Northwestern students. Between classes, daily information sessions, networking events and interviews, it’s difficult to do it on your own. Luckily... Read More
Carter: It’s Okay to Drop a Class

Carter: It’s Okay to Drop a Class

Posted on January 31, 2019 by Admissions Blog
It happens to all of us: you pick classes, you dive right in to work, and then you quickly realize that you’ve signed yourself up for a LOT. Whether it’s leadership positions in clubs you’re pas... Read More
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