Shivani Ekkanath

As a person applying to college this year, I want to chronicle this crazy and unpredictable yet rewarding and fascinating journey so the experience feels less daunting for other students. I'm currently preparing to study Political Science for my undergraduate degree while trying my best to win a battle with the pressures of the IB diploma. I'm a lover of music, debating, reading about current affairs, dancing, baking (not too well), and writing. I'm also an an aspiring journalist and hope to attend Columbia University one day and work for the New York Times or Wall Street Journal.

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How to Boost Your Extracurriculars During COVID-19 How can high schoolers participate in extracurricular activities and prepare for college in the middle of a pandemic? Read advice from a real student here!
How to Fight Procrastination and Find Your Motivation There's no question: college is hard and can be mentally exhausting. Some days you just need to find the motivation to get through, and we have tips for that!
5 Important Things to Do When You First Start College Your first year of college can be a hectic, overwhelming time. Here's some advice to help you get through it as smoothly as possible.
5 Life-Changing Lessons From My First Year of College Freshman year is certainly a time of growth and maturity. Here are five lessons you can learn and grow from, courtesy of one of our student writers.
5 Steps to Writing Your College Essay Having trouble writing your college application essay? We've all been there. Follow these five steps to simplify this important task.
Why It's Crucial to Care for Your Mental Health in College With the excitement of freshman year, some college students neglect their mental health. Here are some ways to preserve your health and have a great semester.
How Do You Pick the "Perfect" Major? What do you want to do when you grow up? Your undergraduate degree can build a foundation for your future career, so here's how to make an informed decision.
A Guide to Choosing the Best First-Year College Classes It's important to plan out your college classes carefully each semester! Here's a guide for first-year students who may not be sure about which courses to pick.
Learning a Foreign Language: Top Tips for Students In our globalized society, it's never a bad idea to learn a new language. These tips could help make your learning experience even better.
4 Ways to Combat Test-Taking Anxiety Test-taking can be super stressful! Here's a few ways to relieve that a bit!

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