Author - Taylor

Favorite Memories From Freshman Year

My freshman year at Illinois will always be a period in my life that I’ll remember fondly. Having participated in the RISE program over the summer (a new student program to help prepare incoming students for their time...

How To Deal With Quarantine Fatigue

After almost of year of being in quarantine, I for one sometimes find myself staring into space wondering what time it is, what day it is, what month it is…I think you get the picture. While in quarantine I...

Tips For Applying To Graduate School

Applying to graduate school at any time can be a stressful experience. During a time of virtual everything, the process of finding and applying to graduate programs can be even more daunting. But there are ways to...

How To Get The Most Out of Your Winter Break

The wondrous winter break is finally approaching! With such a tough year beyond academics, I’m sure that many people are ready for some time to relax and get some much deserved rest (I, for one, cannot wait)...

History at the University of Illinois

During my sophomore year of high school, I discovered my love for studying History (with a much needed nudge from my mom, as I was struggling with the realization that my goal of becoming a doctor was not going to...

Build Yourself Up!

I was recently talking to a friend of mine about a few of the goals that I’m currently working towards and how difficult it’s been to remind myself of my own capabilities. For context, I am currently...

You’re Not Lazy, You’re in a Pandemic

This semester has been interesting for many reasons, to say the least, but a common feeling amongst most students I’ve come in contact with has been lacking the desire or energy to do much of anything. While...

No Opportunity Is Too Small

I don’t know about anyone else, but the start of quarantine came with several other challenges besides not seeing my friends for 6+ months. I found myself sitting in my room worrying about how in the world was I...

How To Create A Productive Study/Work Space

Virtual learning and working have presented several challenges for everyone over the past seven months, but many students, including myself, have struggled with finding a way to make their new study and work area feel...

Prepping to Take the GRE at Home

Well, it’s my senior year, and I must admit, it’s not going quiteee like I had imagined. Nonetheless, my final year in undergraduate means that it is time for me to tackle the Graduate Record Examination, or...

Safely Connecting With Friends This Semester

With the start of the fall semester, it’s understandable that a lot of college students returning to campus are excited for a change of scenery and seeing their friends. However, with COVID-19 policies still in...

How I’m Navigating A Remote Internship

In this time of remote learning, communicating, and working due to COVID-19 safety precautions, it can be difficult figuring out how to maintain a balanced lifestyle between personal matters and professional ones when...

What I Loved About Living In An All-Girls Dorm

During my freshman and sophomore years, I lived in Busey-Evans Residence Hall with my still-current roommate.  We decided on Busey (one side of the residence hall) on kind of a whim. If I’m being honest, I didn’t...

Black Spaces at UIUC

Going to a PWI (Predominantly White Institution), it can be difficult finding spaces where you feel that your experiences as a Black student are prioritized. While there is always room for additions and improvements, I...

Don’t Forget to Live During College

College is an amazing time for so many students for a variety of reasons. The environment and structure of college often create an abundance of new experiences and opportunities all year long while also connecting...

Being Successful While Being a Student at Home

Amidst the current circumstances, students of all ages have found themselves attending school from their homes, dorm rooms, or chosen residence. I’m not sure about anyone else, but I can confidently say that it’s been a...