More than 40% of college students in the U.S. don’t know how to manage their finances. At this point in one’s life is when they start to become more independent, as they’re taking one of their first steps into adulthood. It’s a problem that they...

Driving is an exciting and terrifying step that you have to take in life. You’re responsible for a gigantic piece of moving metal filled with so much technology, your belongings and passengers. It’s overwhelming. It’s so exciting for teenagers...

We recently began rotating at a hospital that specializes exclusively in cardiovascular issues. From routine procedures to complex open-heart surgeries, this hospital treats a wide variety of patients with heart-related conditions. Because the hospital...

It is widely acknowledged on campus that junior year is the most challenging year of high school. Whether it’s the pressure of the SAT, resume-building, extracurricular activities, or simply keeping up with regular school work, I now understand what...

This past weekend, I went prom dress shopping with my two best friends Sophia and Addison. We went all over town and even went into Dallas. However, I did not find my prom dress. It was a really annoying process if I’m being completely honest.  I’m...

In today's world, it's hard to imagine life without screens. With the average person spending 6-8 hours a day on them, we often forget how much we can gain in a traditional classroom. While online education has its benefits, like the flexibility for schedules,...

Nearly one month since his inauguration, United States President Donald Trump is making shockwaves yet again, this time revolving around the implementation of his plans surrounding illegal immigrants. While deportation was always on the books and a...

Before starting the Health Science Clinical program, one of my top career choices was becoming a physician in emergency medicine. My interest in emergency medicine was because of the limited knowledge I knew about the fast-paced environments emergency...

The war in Gaza has consumed the world’s attention for more than 16 months now, marking its one year anniversary last October. A wellspring of bloodshed and needless violence born of decades of conflict and tensions, the world watched on the edge of...

I don’t think it’s too troublesome being single on Valentine’s Day. Don’t get me wrong, there’s nothing wrong with being in a relationship on Valentine’s Day. But there’s nothing wrong with being single on that day too. Why should...

One of my favorite aspects of healthcare is the opportunity for direct patient interaction and chance to learn about each patient’s unique story. However, through my rotations, I’ve learned that the depth of these interactions depends significantly...

Like most juniors in high school, preparing for the SAT has been one of my biggest priorities. With the test less than a month away, I’ve been experimenting with different study methods to find what works. Since, at this point, the SAT has officially...