This page will be by far the most helpful for physics majors, but others majoring in the hard sciences or engineering can benefit from this advice. I myself am a physics major, so this advice is based on my experience as an undergraduate and what I observed about the experiences of others. A disclaimer-like Introduction…
(Undergraduate) Scholarships: Applications and Interviews
Everyone hopes to go to college for free or close to free. Scholarships are the answer! But how do I go about dealing with the...
Professional Woman: What to Wear
Disclaimer: It is a shame that topics like these are sometimes considered as a social taboo. On this blog, I hope to act like a...
How to Approach a Physics Problem (for beginners)
Ask yourself: 1. What type of problem is it? What type of physics? By "type of problem" I mean e.g. projectile motion, relative motion, balancing...
General Tips for Solving Physics Problems (for Beginners)
Use Units Ironically, I learned this from my high school chemistry teacher, who was a big stickler on units, but using them consistently and knowing...
What Should You Be Thinking When You Approach an Introductory Physics Problem?
During my introductory physics classes, I find myself asking my students this question a lot. I realize that the answer isn't always evident, and created...
Choosing a Roommate
Choosing a roommate can be very daunting, and involves putting yourself out there (you will probably face rejection, but that's more than okay, as I...
Applying to Undergraduate
College Applications I applied to college in 2016 for the Fall 2017 semester, but I also had the chance to observe my brother applying to...