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2026 Senior Spotlight: Will Chen
Hey guys, this is Will Chen. For those of you who do not know me, I am a senior here at UD, double-majoring in finance and business analytics. In the past four years, I’ve been actively involved on campus through organizations such as AAPC. It’s bittersweet to be writing this article, as it will be one of my last. With graduation coming up, I’ve been looking back at the time I spent here and reminiscing about how much I’ve grown since freshman year. There have been ups and downs. I wouldn’t say college has exactly been easy, but it’s been an experience where I learned a lot about myself. As…
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2026 Senior Spotlight: Steven Pham
Hi everyone, my name is Steven Pham. I’m a senior majoring in business management and marketing with a minor in business analytics. As I near the end of this chapter of my life, I’ve had a lot of time to reflect on how much has changed, not just on what I know but also on who I’ve become. In this article, I want to share my journey here at UD and the most important lessons I’ve picked up along the way. And no, these aren’t just academic takeaways; they’re lessons about identity, purpose, and figuring out what you actually want out of life. When I first arrived at the University…
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2026 Senior Spotlight: Sophia Li
Hey everyone! My name is Sophia Li, and I’m a senior at the University of Delaware with a major in Biology and a minor in Forensics. When people say time flies, they are not kidding. As senior year comes to an end, I can’t help but think about what the next step of my life is going to be, which I haven’t exactly figured out… The four years of college have felt like a fever dream. I met so many new people and learned so much. I never thought I would see myself as a senior in college, let alone make it this far. I still can’t fully process that,…
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2026 Senior Spotlight: Francesca Tero
Hi! My name is Francesca Tero. I am graduating from UD this May with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and a minor in Spanish for Healthcare. You may be wondering what I am going to do with this. I am applying to medical school to become a doctor! My desired specialty changes by the day, and I am sure it’s going to change more once I gain more experience. But for now, I am heavily considering neurology, OB/GYN, and psychiatry. When I moved to Delaware 4 years ago, I didn’t know anyone in the state besides my mom. This was an exciting opportunity to branch out and meet new…
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Guide to the Ultimate Spring Break
Written by Asmi Chinauriya Spring Break is the ultimate “light at the end of the tunnel” for many college students, as it indicates the end of midterms. Hence, it becomes that much more important to make sure that you make this week worth every moment. It all has to start with a plan. It can be to lie in bed for 17 hours straight or a plan to go to parties. Whether it is a trip or additional time for you to lock in, there needs to be something in mind that can serve as the skeleton of this Break. Though I have to admit spontaneous events can still be…
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A Reflection On Asian Americans’ Political Resistance
Written by Paulina Tep When I started my freshman year at UD in Fall ‘24, I was beyond excited to join the APIDA (Asian Pacific Islander Desi American) community here. Planning for college in high school, I was eager to finally escape the predominantly white community I was surrounded by. Despite UD’s PWI status, I knew that anyone of any background could find community here. So when it came time for the Involvement Fair, I ran to all of the Asian RSOs I could find. Since then, participating in these RSOs has been an amazing experience for me – the clubs are phenomenal at cultivating fun and cultural events. While…
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How the Holidays Have Changed
Written by Mark Arranguez Each year, as the Christmas season approaches, my family would set aside a weekend to bring decorations down from the attic, adorn our tree, and fill each room with red, green, and gold. Over time, however, the help behind that tradition has dwindled. Early on, my dad limited himself to only the heavy lifting due to a “lack of creative vision.” In 2018, my brother began college, and the decorating fell to my mom and me. Then, when I began college in 2022, decorating became a chore to have to squeeze into Thanksgiving Break. As my on-campus responsibilities grew, I began to wish that when I…
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The College Student’s Last-Minute Holiday Gift Guide
Written by Jodie Li Exams are over! It’s finally time to put your whole heart into the holiday season. The first half of December can be a blur after pushing your brain to the max, but the reward of finishing is amazing. Now, we’ve entered the next phase of the month: the joyful, yet hectic, world of holiday shopping. Finding presents can be tough, expensive, and so last-minute for us college students. Don’t stress, though, we aren’t here to do that! Here is my list of affordable, thoughtful gift ideas, broken down into categories to help you find the perfect thing for anyone on your list. For the Sleepy &…
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How I’m Spending Winter Break
Written by Hannah Sazon One thing about UD is that we are blessed with an especially long winter break. With classes not starting back up until February, breaks are a rare opportunity to actually breathe, reset, and make the most of the time we don’t have during the semester. Instead of letting it slip by, I am planning to make the most of this break by keeping myself busy, balancing rest, personal interests, and preparation for the spring semester. During the semester, hobbies are the first thing to go when things get hectic, so one of my priorities this break is to get back into the things I enjoy. I…
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The Glow-Up: Freshman vs. Senior Year Ins & Outs
Submitted by Jodie Li Welcome to a new, or even first, semester! I’ll be diving into my transformation from when I was a clueless freshman to a now (slightly) wiser senior. A lot of things change while in college, including priorities, fears, and even your boba order, while some things stay the same. Whether you are just starting your college journey or about to cross the finish line, here’s a quick list of some ins and outs of college life. The Ins & Outs of Freshman Year: In: Say “yes” to as many events, clubs, and outing invitations that align with your interests.Out: Feeling like you’re missing out (FOMO) if…
