Being a student in the 21st century is rough. The cold hard truth is that society has developed in such a way that to be a great student in the eyes of many, one has to get A's for grades. We are products of a number or a letter grade that often times do not really reflect our level of comprehension and ability on a particular matter. Looking back on my high school career, I believed in the omnipotent importance...

The Present Moment Logic is an underappreciated agent of reasoning we humans use every day. If I am hungry, my body will tell my brain to get something to eat. If I want something, my initial inclination will be to get it. I apply logic to my firm belief of making the most out of the present moment. To some people, this philosophy may mean that living life spontaneously for the sake of a youthful good time and crazy memories...

Many students (including myself) may go through a phase of wanting to transfer from their current colleges. Unless you unequivocally HATE the school you go to (which why did you choose to go there in the first place?) I recommend giving your school a chance! Early on in my first semester in a college that was 2000...

At Brandeis, the "in" extracurricular activity is being involved with social justice in one way or...

My favorite class thus far has been my Introduction to Behavioral Neuroscience class....

Motivated, passionate,...

Volunteer, volunteer, volunteer. Even if for a couple hours at places/organizations you wouldn't think you'd...