When people ask what my parents “do,” it’s always a little uncomfortable. Many of my friends’ parents both work, and, if not, dad has the full-time job and mom stays home: the stereotypical family. My setup is far from typical: I have a stay-at-home dad. Instead of barging through the door at six-thirty to greet his ecstatic kids and adoring wife who has slaved over a stove all day, my dad’s entrances are less exciting: he’s always...

Those who feel they have nothing to work towards; those who are self-concerned, and simply unmotivated, will never have the opportunity to make a difference. To have an idea, is not an accomplishment. But to implement the idea, and put in the time, and effort to pursue the idea, that is an accomplishment. Unhappiness is an omnipresent drive for change. People who have faced hardship, and dealt with adversity, know exactly what helplessness feels like, so when they find a...

My favorite course is Communications History and Effects of the Media as...

1. Motivated- the students are motivated to do well as they strive to have a successful career in the future, or to get into the graduate school of their choice. 2. Competitive- In such a competitive environment, students...

I am not exactly sure what I want to do. However...

The University of Michigan is unique for its location and culture. It is in an environment which is filled...

My extracurriculars include Sales Club, Spoon University, a sorority, and the communications committee...