Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Lately, I’ve completed nine months of my stay in London. Although this timeframe may appear brief, I’ve gathered valuable experiences throughout this period. London is a vibrant metropolis, characterized not only by its plethora of housing choices but also by its varied communities. Students have…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months prior, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was about to embark on my journey in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Venturing into the unfamiliar was not something my previously reserved self was used to….
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. While this may not seem extensive, I’ve gained various perspectives throughout this time. London is a vibrant metropolis, notable not only for its multitude of housing options but also for its rich tapestry…
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Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead as I embarked on my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my formerly shy self was accustomed to. Looking back, I…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Recently, I completed nine months of residing in London. While this may not be an extended period, I have gathered some observations. London is a dynamic metropolis, not only due to its diverse living arrangements but also because of its multi-faceted communities. Students have a…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Diving into the unfamiliar wasn’t something my previously reserved self was used to. Looking…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I celebrated my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. Although this period might not strike one as extensive, I have gathered some observations along the way. London is a vibrant metropolis, not only due to its extensive range of living arrangements but…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts for the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Almost a year ago, in October 2022, I felt anxious, frightened, and uncertain about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a first-year student. Taking such a significant leap wasn’t something my previously shy and…
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Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Not long ago, I completed nine months of residing in London. Although this may not seem extensive, I’ve gleaned some valuable perspectives. London is an energetic metropolis, renowned not only for its diverse range of housing options but also for its multicultural communities. Students have…
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng) Ten months ago, back in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nerves, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the verge of starting my degree in Materials Science and Engineering as a freshman. Venturing into the unknown was not something my previously timid and…
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