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Our middle daughter graduated from Northwestern University, where she majored in Mathematical Methods in the Social Sciences (MMSS) and History. MMSS is a unique major at Northwestern that combines applied math and economics. The graduation celebration was a four-day whirlwind of events. Much fun was had by all! p.s. Related posts: My Daughter’s Start…
The transition from high school to university is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming. University demands greater independence, more complex coursework, and a faster pace of learning. Even students who excelled in high school may find this leap challenging without proper preparation. Building a strong academic foundation—alongside developing effective habits and skills—is…
I toured UC Irvine more than 40 years ago when I was in college. I remember it being much smaller, and I think that is true. There WERE less buildings back then! I have to say that I love the circular layout of the campus. UC Irvine might not be what I remember but it…
My middle daughter is studying abroad at the National University of Singapore (NUS) for one semester. Her dormitory at the College of Alice and Peter Tan, to our surprise, is not air-conditioned! It is a well-appointed single — all the rooms are singles — with a shared bathroom for the floor. I was pleasantly surprised…
Traveling overseas for a college education is a truly transformative experience. A dream come true for many international students, it opens doors to an entirely new world of education and offers an incredible, life-changing perspective on other countries, cultures, and ways of thinking. However, studying abroad is not without its challenges. One of the most…
Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) Dorms in midtown Manhattan have great security! I was impressed by how meticulous the front desk and security guards are with letting in visitors! The rooms are also quite spacious. Take a look: Related posts: Dorm Rooms at Northwestern University RISD Pre-College Dorm Room: Summer 2022 What You Need…
Now more than ever, Read Your World celebrates Multicultural Children’s Book Day needs your help to promote diverse children’s books & get them into the hands of the children that need them! There are three easy ways to get involved: 1) Sign up to be book reviewer for MCBD2024 & get a free diverse children’s/YA…