Category Archives: big ten

10 big differences between the Ivy World and the Big Ten

Posted on May 14, 2010 by

Now a year into my Ivy league experience, I feel I am no less of a Big Ten, Minnesotan girl than when I came out here. I have, however, somewhat adjusted to the quirks of living on the East Coast … Continue reading →

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“Real” America

Posted on February 7, 2010 by

Though Harvard may epitomize real academia, it certainly cannot convey the full American experience to its many international students. Now, when I’ve heard politicians talking about “real” America I’ve usually ridiculed them as jargon-loving fiends. However, some foreigners’ insights have … Continue reading →

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Ivy League Smack Talk

Posted on September 5, 2009 by

Sitting in my residence hall lounge, watching college football kickoff weekend (Minnesota at Syracuse, in HD no less!), I’m getting pretty nostalgic for classic gopher football game shenanigans. It will undoubtably be worse next week, when the Gophs play their … Continue reading →

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It’s all about the Journey

Posted on July 28, 2009 by

In life, you sometimes have to take that midnight train going anywhere. I take this line to heart and am currently looking forward to a big move from Minneapolis to Boston. I believe this will give me some of the … Continue reading →

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