For a whole year, I’ve rigorously compiled data on every food establishment on campus. Let’s review some highlights of on-campus dining and rate them, shall we?
Engineers: Analyzing Their Burden & Study Effectiveness
Engineering is hard, or at least that is its reputation. How hard life is as an engineering student was a concern for me, especially as an incoming freshman. When I asked exactly how difficult engineering is, I never got a good answer. Until now, that is.
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Ready to become an Aggie Engineer? Learn about the Texas A&M University College of Engineering programs to find what makes receiving an education in Aggieland so special! About the College of Engineering I know it’s not really “blank,” but I’m sure you get the gist. No, I wasn’t too lazy to try and figure out […]
Strength in numbers: The importance of making friends in your major
Find student organizations Learn about the opportunities to get involved with other students and organizations in your department or major! Student Organizations Entering the first semester in your declared engineering major post-ETAM can be quite daunting. Within the first class in your new department, you search around the room and try to find a familiar […]
What does it mean to be the best?
Ready to become an Aggie Engineer? Learn about the Texas A&M University College of Engineering programs to find what makes receiving an education in Aggieland so special! About the College of Engineering Why Texas A&M Engineering? What makes our departments so special and worth praise? As many are probably aware, Texas A&M is in the […]
How to fund your dreams on a budget
Ready to become an Aggie Engineer? Learn about the Texas A&M University College of Engineering programs to find what makes receiving an education in Aggieland so special! About the College of Engineering Monday night, ILCB. Instead of our monthly presentation on whatever’s pertinent to the University Honors program, such as politics in the United States […]
Why Hyper-Specialization May Be a Bad Thing
Ready to become an Aggie Engineer? Learn about the Texas A&M University College of Engineering programs to find what makes receiving an education in Aggieland so special! About the College of Engineering Society often celebrates those who seem to be really good at one thing. Whether it’s Stephen Curry having another stellar basketball season or […]
Hustle culture can take a break, but can you?
I’d like to preface by saying that I’m no expert in productivity; I also enjoy spending my evenings browsing through the same few videos, looking for something to keep my mind off the 12-page research essay due next week. Yet, it’s this intrusive feeling whispering in the back of your head something along the lines of ‘Oh, you could be out and about doing something more socially desirable, so you can feel better about yourself’ that scares you to do something even when you crave a break.
Surfing the AI Wave: Education, Innovation, and Me!
Welcome to the thrilling adventure of AI in education, where we’re riding the waves of innovation like true Aggies. As a master’s student in computer science here at Texas A&M, I’ve got a ringside seat to the electrifying journey of AI transforming education.
The Engineering Mind Tackles Fantasy Sports
The unwavering support of the 12th man to show up at football games, no matter if we won or lost the previous week, is truly admirable. It is no surprise that I really expanded my knowledge of football and other sports when I came to college, and I think my engineering brain has a role in it.
The Science of Art
Ever since I could pick up a pencil or a paintbrush, I have been creating art as a way to decompress from stringent academic days or just stressful social situations. Art has never failed to be a stress reliever and, moreover, a way for me to sort out my emotions.
How To Get a 4.0, Have a Social Life, and Get Tons of Sleep (Yes, It’s Possible!)
I spent most of my first two years at Texas A&M stressing over my classes and the size of my social circle, often getting a maximum of four hours of sleep per night (I honestly couldn’t tell how I survived that time). Though I got perfect grades and met tons of people, I was skipping my 8 a.m.’s and falling asleep in the classes I did attend. Worst of all, I felt depressed and lethargic. That’s when I knew I had to change. Surprisingly, all it took was a few simple actions.
What is Zachry Leadership Program?
As a current member of the Zachry Leadership Program, I can confidently testify that being part of this program has been the most transformative experience of my college career.
New Year, New Failures
Let me make myself clear: I’m not calling you a failure. Every time we hear the word “failure,” it brings about such a negative connotation, and we’ve all been guilty of thinking in such a way a few times more than none. It’s alright; I’m guilty of it too.
Standing Out as a <3.0 Student
Maybe you are someone who finds themselves struggling to be a performing student due to test anxiety. Maybe you are also going through something personal like a traumatic breakup. In my five years here, I’ve had those headwinds. These are my tips to help you stand out, succeed in spite of those pitfalls and perhaps land your first internship.
Embassy Engineering
I experienced first-hand foreign policy in action and the inside operations of an embassy. Engineering and public policy seem like opposites, but here are three ways I found engineering to tie into diplomacy seamlessly.
The Engineer’s Guide to Off-Campus Housing
Moving off campus for the first time can be daunting. There’s a lot of financial risk, and the array of options and considerations is overwhelming. As someone who has worked with housing policy around the area, I’ve compiled this list of tips and resources to help you have the best housing experience.
New Year, New Study Habits
Below are my top study tips that have helped keep me afloat, and I recommend them to any student looking to get back into the classroom.
Digital vs. Paper Notes: Which One Should You Choose?
After your midterm exams, you may ask yourself if your note taking method is beneficial. After trying different methods over the last couple of years, I wanted to provide some advice on how to pick a method that works for you.
How I pulled off an internship, travel and two classes in one summer
When things came to an end, I had accomplished more than I ever dreamed possible. I aced both of my classes, snagged a full-time job offer, checked off my 49th U.S. state and even ran my first 10K race. Wonder how I pulled it off? Read on to find out!
So You Want to Do Research
Getting involved in research has been one of the most rewarding parts of my time at Texas A&M University. The process of getting started can be daunting, so here are some tips on how to find a lab and jump in!
Navigating Paid Summer Research Opportunities: DOE internships as an Aggie
Embarking on the journey of securing a summer internship in the realm of scientific research can be a formidable challenge, especially as a freshman through junior. Drawing from my personal experience interning at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, of recent Oppenheimer fame, the last two summers, I hope to encourage you to apply!
Remember there’s always an alternative
I felt I needed to be a perfect student or get straight A’s in order to get the opportunities I needed to enhance my career. But this isn’t always the case.
Pepper and Parsley Don’t Taste the Same
Okay, so you’ve read my title and are probably wondering what in the world I’m going on about. Here’s the short version: I’m talking about why you shouldn’t compare yourself to other people.
Redefining Space with Engineering and Business
Over this past summer, I participated in the Student Engineering Council’s Directed Internship (SEC DI), a unique internship program. I’d like to share about it and my thoughts and experiences!
Unleashing Creativity and Innovation: My Journey as a Mentor and Judge at Howdy Hack
Ever wondered what it’s like to witness bright young minds turn ideas into reality in just 24 hours? Let me take you on a journey through the incredible projects, the energy in the air and why you should consider participating in hackathons like this one.
Embracing the Unknown: How Studying Abroad in France Transformed Me
Having spent my entire life within an hour of my home, venturing into a completely foreign environment was thrilling and terrifying.
Making small talk as an engineer
New year, new semester, new opportunity to make friends. This post aims to share some tips and tricks that worked for me as someone who’s moved around. I hope it does you some good too.
Fight Life’s Autopilot Trap
It is easy to take the path that life sets up in front of us, never truly pausing to think about the implications. This is called autopilot: going through life semi-consciously from one thing to the next. It is problematic because it belittles your purpose and pursuits, but it can be combated in several ways.
Tips and Tricks for an Out-of-State Internship
Congratulations! You got an internship in a new and exciting place. Now how do you make the most of it? Internships far from home can be great personal and professional development opportunities, so here are some tips to help make the most of your summer and avoid common pitfalls.