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

SUCCEEDING IN THE MSA: PROVEN METHODS FOR EFFECTIVE LEARNING

Mindmap of 6 effective study techniques: second brain, associative learning, active recall, spaced repetition, Feynman Technique, and Active Learning

Learning is an art, and through this post, I intend to shed light on six proven scientific study techniques I have used to adapt to the rigors of the Master of Science in Analytics program at NC State University. The MSA program is well known for its uniquely designed curriculum Continue reading SUCCEEDING IN THE MSA: PROVEN METHODS FOR EFFECTIVE LEARNING