Category: Student Perspectives

Perspective: Building Friendships Over Dinner

Building Friendships Over DinnerJosh Salazar | Autumn 2021 EducationUSA intern As my mother loves to tell me, “Wherever you go, there’s always someone Jewish.” I didn’t realize the significance of the phrase until I attended Hobart and William Smith Colleges, a university on the other side of the country. This tiny liberal arts school is nestled in upstate New York

Perspective: Attending a Historically Women’s College

Whether we recognize it or not, gender plays a significant role in shaping our academic environment. In class at Mount Holyoke, I don’t have to argue with the guy who is “just playing devil’s advocate” or worry that my classmates will call me expletives for being outspoken.

Perspective: Balancing Studies with a Part-Time Job

Juggling a part-time job with a full-time education can be difficult, but it is also extremely rewarding. It has helped me during my college career by teaching me time management, assisting me financially, and giving me invaluable work experience that will prove helpful for life after college.

Perspective: Find Your Fit on Campus with a Student Club or Organization

One of the most important parts of the college application process is “finding the right fit.” But while it is important to figure out what college or university is the best fit for you, the process doesn’t stop once you arrive on campus in the fall. Participating in student clubs and organizations can help you to find your fit on campus!