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5 Things That Surprised Me About Hopkins

After visiting Hopkins, I knew it was the school for me. I really liked the PILOT tutoring program, small class sizes, friendly environment, and the abundance of greenery on campus. I knew, however, that there would be more to discover when I actually enrolled in classes and moved in—and I was right! So here are […]

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Backing Big Ideas: Student Projects and Career Support at Hopkins

Hopkins is a school that sets its students up for success, and it’s no secret that well-funded programs are a surefire way to do so.  This year saw the birth of the Hopkins Game Dev Society, a club that I’m very passionate about. It was created by a few dedicated students and founded on two […]

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My Journey to The Nest

As college decisions start rolling out, I’ve been reflecting on my own admissions journey. From the beginning, I knew I wanted to be near DC, the hub of all things foreign affairs. So, I focused my search on East Coast schools with strong international relations programs. In the fall of my senior year of high […]

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Staying Active: Leaning In and Exploring Baltimore

Through my time as an undergraduate, I’ve come to find that a lot of the learning that happens can be completely separate from the classroom. From engaging with clubs on campus to getting hands-on work and research experience, there are so many unexpected opportunities living here in Baltimore that encourage personal development and growth.   I’m especially […]

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A Home Away From Home: The Surprising Comforts of Communal Living

Residential life is certainly quite an adjustment. For me, along with learning to live away from family and acclimating to the academics at Hopkins, I also had to learn to share a room and a bathroom. I currently live on the first floor of Alumni Memorial Residence I (AMR I), one of two traditional-style residence […]

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Why Hopkins: Research, Community, and a Spark of Inspiration

It was March of 2024, and I had a decision to make. After months of filling out countless college applications, the time had finally come to choose where I would be spending the next four years. In the moment, it felt like it could make or break the next few years (word of advice to […]

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4 Walkable Cafés Around Campus

As a self-certified coffee lover and a university student, I have made it my mission to find some of the best cafés within walking distance of campus. Here are four of my favorite local spots: 1. Bird in hand This is probably the one most well-known to the Hopkins population, as it is just across […]

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High School vs. College: How My Study Habits Have Evolved

Before entering college, I saw posts online describing how studying in college would be a lot different than high school, and they left me questioning if I could handle the transition. I’d say the reality is there’s no need to fret, but you should be prepared to adapt to different classes’ teaching styles and a […]

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Africa to the World! A Shoutout to My Favorite Student Club at Hopkins

When I arrived on campus, the African Students Association (ASA) was one of the first groups I joined. As a Kenyan, I was eager to connect with other African students, and I found my way to their table at the Student Involvement Fair (SIF) during my first year. I was incredibly nervous about meeting people […]

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Come With Me to Foundation Drawing!

Even since I was a first-year student here at Hopkins, I was interested in taking an art class as an elective. I am not a visual arts minor, but Hopkins is a great place for people who have a vast array of interests or want to try something new! This semester, I am taking my […]