Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was about to embark on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Exploring the unknown wasn’t something my formerly shy and reserved self…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I marked nine months of residing in London. While it’s a relatively short period, I’ve gathered quite a bit of knowledge. London is a dynamic metropolis, renowned not just for its varied housing alternatives but also for its lively community spirit. Students…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was filled with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Plunging into the unknown was not something my once-timid and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months of my stay in London. Although this may seem brief, I have gathered some observations. London is a dynamic metropolis, providing a wide array of living arrangements and varied communities. Students have a plethora of options available. Both…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for Your First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Embarking on this new adventure was not something my previously quiet…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months of my stay in London. While this duration may seem brief, I have gained significant insights during this period. London is a vibrant metropolis, distinguished not only by its variety of housing options but also by its eclectic…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with apprehension, fear, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Stepping into the unfamiliar was not something my previously introverted and…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Place in London as a Graduate Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I’ve completed nine months of my stay in London. Although this may seem brief, I’ve uncovered several perspectives. London is an energetic metropolis, not only for its variety of living arrangements but also for its multicultural communities. Students have a plethora of options right…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Around ten months ago, in October 2022, I experienced feelings of nervousness, fear, and uncertainty regarding what was ahead. I was on the brink of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Embracing the unknown was not a familiar territory for my…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months of residing in London. Although nine months may seem brief, I have gained considerable insights. London is a vibrant metropolis, characterized not only by its varied housing choices but also by its communities. Students have numerous options readily…
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