Top Four Tips for Off-Campus Interviews
When I interviewed for the University of Rochester, it was around this time of year, except I was in New York City. Because neither of my parents owns a car,…
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Things You Won’t See Touring Campus
It’s that time of year again when many of us are fervently trying to finish applications and polish that last sentence on the personal statement. Yes, ’tis the season of…
What a Flexible Curriculum Really Means
Have you ever walked into a classroom and wondered, “When will I ever need to know this?” The notion in high school is that this will make you a more rounded…
Top 3 Tips for First-Generation College Students
The University of Rochester defines a first-generation student as a college-bound individual whose parents/guardians have not earned a bachelor’s degree. Are you a first-generation student headed to college? You may…
My Journey To Arriving At Rochester
Hello! My name is Sammy Cheng, and this is my first official blog post. I have moved into the beautiful residence hall known as Susan B. Anthony Halls. My career…
What to Look For on a College Campus Tour
With the season of college apps quickly approaching, now is the best time to visit schools and see the future for yourself. Most schools offer campus tour registration online, and tours…
You’re Invited! Overnight Hosting at Rochester
Last year I had the pleasure of hosting a high school senior named Emma on campus. She spent a Wednesday night and Thursday morning with me to get a feel…
An Honest Letter to Soon-To-Be First Years from a Soon-To-Be Senior
Dear incoming freshmen! Although I have no idea who you are, you may know my face and name. We’ll probably run into each other on campus at some point, so…
Summer Before College
The summer before college begins was probably one of the most emotionally contradicting times in my life. I was excited for a new experience to begin, but I was also…
Four Tips for Finishing Your Senior Year in High School
It’s April and that senioritis is starting to kick in. We’ve all felt it—the readiness for something new, the laziness, the apparent inability to do anything productive. Yet AP exams…
Big Public School vs. Small Private School
Last month I had an opportunity to visit some of my friends at a large, public school in Illinois, where I’m from. As I walked through its multiple quads, I…
5 Things To Do Before Coming To College
To all those who recently got their acceptance letters, congratulations! You might be wondering, “What do I do now that I’ve been accepted to the most awesome university ever?” No…