Author - Luis

How to Make the Most Out of Your Virtual Day

Dealing with school online can be a lot to handle. Daily routines can get repetitive; time will fly by, and next thing you know, it’s already 10 PM. That’s why it’s important to expand your activities...

How to Take Notes Using Online Platforms

Since most of the classes at the University of Illinois this academic year have moved to an online platform, it is important for future and current students to possibly adapt to new note taking skills. I am a big fan of...

Writing vs. Typing Notes

One of the important questions, or in this case, topic, in terms of taking notes during class is either using an actual pen/pencil with paper or your technology device. Depending on your overall process of absorbing...

Creating College Playlists

Before arriving on campus as a freshman, I was thinking of methods that could help me remember my journey at the university. I thought of getting a box and putting items that represent small memories that I would be...

Senior Year of High School Reflection

I’m looking back at my senior year. That year was filled with memories and specific stressful events that a senior usually goes through, such as finals, standardized tests, college searching, and so forth...

Packing for Winter Break

As the end of winter break is approaching, I came into the realization that it is important to know how to pack for a month. Even though this is my third year in the university, I somehow still manage to overpack my...

How to Know if Your Major Is Not Working Out

Entering as a freshman at a big institution is frightening—I get it. Picking classes during summer registration is nerve-wracking—honestly, I feel you. Selecting the right major that you actually enjoy? A spooky feeling...

FAFSA Verification Tips and Tricks

Completing FAFSA as a senior in high school is stressful as it is when it comes to applying for colleges. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a form that must be completed annually in order to...

Reshaping Yourself During Break

Being surrounding by class, tests, quizzes, and all school-related material can ultimately leave one’s brain fried. Leaving campus for a long break, or even in high school for the 5 day weekend my old high school use to...

Balancing School and Greek Life

Being involved on campus is rewarding. Coming to this big institution to focus on your academics can be an individual’s goal. However, organizations and RSOs are on campus for a reason! Not only do they focus on certain...