sunny at columbia on Instagram: "1. Being the “good” student. Reading the textbook, going to every OH, doing everything my prof says. No… smart students create their own system; they study less and somehow get better results. During final season, I ditch review sessions so I can study on my own (& got the highest grade in my 200-person lecture class). 2. Saying yes too much. Joining every club, research project, or study group that you come across doesn’t showcase your competency—it shows you ca

Sejan on Instagram: "If you’re on (or about to take) a gap year and don’t know how to fill your time, here are 10 unique ideas from someone who just finished theirs: Do a research project → Explore a field you’re curious about and build your CV. I worked on an AI project and it was the coolest thing ever. Learn a new skill → Try something you’ve always wanted — coding, cooking, guitar, you name it. Start posting on social media → Share your journey, build a brand, or just have fun creating. Work