Navigating Around Raleigh for Newbies

Group of students celebrating trivia win

It can be very exciting to move to a new location for some people, but also a bit overwhelming. After all, you’re in an unfamiliar area, with no sense of comfort and a completely different environment. However, this change brings a multitude of opportunities for personal growth and cultural exploration. Continue reading Navigating Around Raleigh for Newbies

Three Tips that Helped Me Adjust to Summer Semester at the Institute

Incoming students have likely heard through alums, family, friends, faculty, and informational sessions that the Master of Science in Analytics (MSA) curriculum is known to be challenging and rigorous. Before joining the program, I felt very excited but also anxious. However, implementing the three tips below improved my self-confidence and Continue reading Three Tips that Helped Me Adjust to Summer Semester at the Institute

3 Things I Learned During the Summer about the MSA

4 students outside at a concert at night

After an incredible (yet challenging) time here at the Institute, I’m sharing a few things I have learned about the student experience.  1. Open-Door Policy  I wasn’t sure if and how I would get the chance to interact with the faculty & staff. However, with the MSA’s open-door policy, we Continue reading 3 Things I Learned During the Summer about the MSA

A Guide to Maintaining Your Active Lifestyle at the Institute

Group of 10 students in the gym

After my first week at the Institute of Advanced Analytics, I realized I had to change. Gone were the days of undergrad, in which I had ample free time to sleep in, hit the gym whenever convenient, and complete tasks “whenever I get to them.” However, as someone unwilling to Continue reading A Guide to Maintaining Your Active Lifestyle at the Institute