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October 27, 2019

How to Choose the Right College

Howdy Y'all. I am back to share some friendly post-grad advice about what to consider to choose the right college.  In particular, I want to talk about the differences to be considered between different types of schools.  When I first went to college I went to a private art school out of stat[...]

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college, study, tips, tips for freshman
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October 16, 2019

10 Study Tips for College Students

Howdy, Y'all!  I recently graduated in May from Texas A&M University's College of Architecture with Summa Cum Laude honors. I feel like if there is one thing I do well, it's finding my resources and knowing how to study.  That's not the case for everyone.  I wanted to be able to help others[...]

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what to pack for study abroad
college, germany, travel, travel tips, what to pack
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August 11, 2019

What to Pack for Study Abroad

With the Fall semester gearing up to begin, I know a lot of y'all out there are anxiously beginning to pack for your semester studying abroad.  Study Abroad is such a fun and exciting experience! However, knowing what to pack for study aboard and what not to pack is the exact opposite of fun! I[...]

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speaking to congress
college, congress, landscape, landscape architecture, travel, washington D.C.
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July 27, 2019

Speaking to Congress about the Environment

Back in May, I had the amazing opportunity through the Texas Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects to fly to Washington, D.C. and speaking with different members of Congress about Environmental issues that affect the United States of America. Not only was it my first time going t[...]

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college, graduation
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May 17, 2019

College Graduation Pictures

Howdy! I am taking a detour from the not so regularly scheduled European adventure post to announce that I graduated from college! Whoop! It is crazy to think after five years and three schools later I am a graduate!  I received my Bachelors in Landscape Architecture and graduated with Summa Cum[...]

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weekend in brussels
belgium, brussels, college, germany, study abroad, travel
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March 15, 2019

Weekend in Brussels | Budget Friendly

Howdy! If you ever find yourself living in West Germany, take a train for a weekend in Brussels. It's a pretty inexpensive train and not very long ride.  I actually missed by first train and had to buy another ticket which wasn't too pricey (although don't be like me and miss your train). Import[...]

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weekend in zurich
college, germany, study abroad, switzerland, travel, zurich
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March 14, 2019

Weekend in Zurich | Budget Friendly

Zurich may be expensive but thislist of things to do during a weekend in zurich won't break the bank. Enjoy the magic of zurich without spending a ton

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college, landscape, landscape architecture, school, Texas A&M
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December 31, 2017

12 Truths About Being a Landscape Architecture Student

If you've been following my blog for a while or read my about me page, then you more than likely know I'm studying landscape architecture at the greatest university known to man, otherwise known as Texas A&M for all y'all none cult members (hate to admit it, but us Aggies are a cult).  I ado[...]

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college, DIY, dorm, room decor
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December 11, 2017

DIY Animal Mason Jars

If you read my "Apartment Tour and Benefits of Living on Campus" post then chance are you saw my DIY Animal Mason Jars.  These have by far been such a cute and practical touch to my dorm room.  You can store so much in them, but they add a cuteness factor to plain storage. You could[...]

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books, college, what ive been reading
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August 28, 2017

Books for College Students

Howdy! I haven't done a "What I'm Reading" post in a year! But if you know me, you know I love to read! I'm currently reading some books that are pretty fun reads for a college student.  I figured y'all may be interested in reading these so I'd give my review on them!#Girlboss by Sophia Amoruso[...]

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college, high school, life, loss, mom
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May 30, 2017

10 Bitter Truths About Losing Your Mom

Seven years ago, I woke up on the first day of summer before freshman year of high school. It should have been the start of an amazing summer. Instead, it was the start of the most traumatic moment of my life. I was in the downstairs of my house when I heard my mom call for me. She sounded distres[...]

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college, freshman, Mcad, Texas A&M, tips, tips for freshman
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May 9, 2017

11 Tips for Incoming College Freshman

Howdy! Well, I have successfully finished up my third year of college. Only two more to go! (Yay, 5-year programs!) After three years of college, I think I am finally starting to get the hang of it. When I was a senior in high school I didn't really know what to expect in regards to college. I had w[...]

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apartment, college, dorm, room decor, school, Texas A&M
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November 5, 2016

Apartment Tour and Benefits of Living on Campus

Howdy! Gosh, It's been a while since I've posted! This semester has been brutal. I've pulled so many all nighters and I am perpetually sleepy. At least with thanksgiving approaching, it means I'm on the home stretch! This semester hasn't been all bad though! I've made new friends, joined new organiz[...]

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college, friends, landscape architecture, Texas A&M
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February 10, 2016

Landscape Architecture

Howdy! As many of y'all know last year I attended an art school up in Minnesota.  There I was a sequential art major. While that major was decently fun, it wasn't for me.  When I transferred to Texas A&M I also transferred into the college of architecture into the Landscape Architectur[...]

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Aggies, college, photography, Texas A&M
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February 9, 2016

Back from Hiatus

Howdy!  I was just looking at my blog and realized I haven't posted since July! I bet y'all must think I've died!  Really though, I've just been busy with University.  As some y'all may know I transferred to Texas A&M University.  This has hands down been the best decision I'[...]

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