Category: Anna’s Blog

Galen Stone Tower behind autumnal leaves.

The Week Before Thanksgiving Break: Anticipation and the Promise of Rest

Hi all, As the days tick down to Thanksgiving break, there’s a palpable buzz in the air. Conversations around campus are filled with travel plans, family traditions, and favorite holiday dishes. The week before break feels like the final push before a much-needed pause—a chance to step off the treadmill of lectures, assignments, and meetings, even if only for a…

Galen Stone Tower behind autumnal leaves.

Spring Courses… Already?!

Hi all, As I sit down to plan out my schedule for the upcoming spring semester, I’m hit with a whirlwind of emotions—mainly excitement, with a bit of bittersweet realization mixed in. This is the last time I’ll be choosing my classes as an undergrad, making the whole process feel monumental. Registering for classes has always been a season of…

Two swans in the water

Facing Setbacks and Pushing Ahead

Hi all, As a student athlete, sports have been a major part of my identity and experience at Wellesley and even before. However, setbacks are a part of life, even for student athletes. While minor injuries can be frustrating setbacks, they don’t have to derail your progress. Here’s how to stay positive and make the most of your recovery time…

Two swans in the water

Spring Semester, Course Browser and Post-grad!

Hi all, The upcoming and highly anticipated release of the spring semester’s course browser this week brings a sense of excitement as I plan for my final semester at Wellesley. It’s a milestone to be selecting my last two education and psychology courses, which will wrap up my academic focus in these areas. I’m looking forward to finishing strong and…

Selfie of Anna on a rail trail through the woods.

Fall Break Recap

The time has finally come…for my Fall Break recap! For anyone curious what my trip to the Cape looked like, keep on reading!  One of the big highlights was trying lobster for the first time at a local clam shack. I had always heard how amazing Cape Cod seafood is, so I figured it was time to give it a…

Navigating Senior Year at Wellesley College: Embracing Change and Prioritizing Self-Care

As a senior at Wellesley College, this academic year feels like both a culmination of all my hard work and a time to prepare for what’s next. The transition from a relaxed summer schedule to the structure of classes and campus life has its challenges, but it’s also exciting. I’m taking courses in both education and psychology, and it’s been…

A Letter to Junior Year

Dear Junior Year, Wow, you were no joke! As the semester is about to draw to a close, let’s take a look back at this year and reflect on the lessons I’ve learned and the growth I have made. I started this school year off in a different country, in a different time zone, at a different school having a…

MarMon!

Hi all,  The best holiday of the year was just two days ago! Marathon Monday, famously coined as ‘MarMon,’ is a well-loved tradition and event that will forever be one of my favorite moments from my time at Wellesley. Every Patriots’ Day, which is the third Monday of April, the Boston Marathon takes place and is a wonderful celebration on…

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