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STEM Summer Programs

STEM Summer Programs

by Justin B. The possibilities of summer are endless and can include academic enrichment, international travel, volunteering, paid jobs, internships,...

My Medical Journey and Nurturing Empathy & Expertise

My Medical Journey and Nurturing Empathy & Expertise

by Shiv G. In this blog post, I’ll discuss my personal journey and insights gained so far in my medical...

My Experience of UCSF as a Med Student

My Experience of UCSF as a Med Student

by Shiv G. I'm right in the thick of my second year at UCSF, and let me tell you, it's...

Reflections from Stanford: Choosing the Right Medical School

Reflections from Stanford: Choosing the Right Medical School

by Hanan R. I found out that I was accepted to Stanford for medical school while teaching a grammar lesson...

What is it like at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine?

What is it like at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine?

by Aaron L. Attending medical school at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine was a transformative experience that shaped my medical...

Attention High School Job-Seekers: Consider This Job for Soft Skills

Attention High School Job-Seekers: Consider This Job for Soft Skills

by Justin B. For high school students, finding a job can be tough! Most find themselves working at a restaurant,...

College Essays Blog

Tips to Show Personality and Stand Out in College Essays

Tips to Show Personality and Stand Out in College Essays

by Michelle Pick up your pen and cross out those lines...

5 Great Examples of Using Humor in Writing

5 Great Examples of Using Humor in Writing

by Michelle This April Fool’s, want to know a nice way...

Ways to Brainstorm about STEM Interests (for Free) before College Essays

Ways to Brainstorm about STEM Interests (for Free) before College Essays

by Michelle “After I finished that difficult lab in AP...

Don’t Compare Yourself to Others in Your College Essays

Don’t Compare Yourself to Others in Your College Essays

by Michelle From last week’s post on emotional growth, Essay Narwhals should understand how it is important to show maturity...

Writing Emotional Intelligence for Application Essays

Writing Emotional Intelligence for Application Essays

by Sarah M. One of the most important ways to make your college application essays stand out is to convey...

How to Record Your Experiences for Application Essays

How to Record Your Experiences for Application Essays

  by Michelle Hey Essay Narwhals! Do you remember...