Application deadlines to U.S. universities will vary. Each school makes their own timeline. Students must look at websites of the universities and programs that they wish to apply to. Application deadlines vary according…
As the semester goes on, you will be taking tests: in the IEP courses, it is usual to take around four tests in each class! Tests during a course are to be expected,…
Hello. My name is Youjin Kim, and I am from South Korea. Before coming to Chicago, I completed and graduated with a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Spanish literature in South Korea. I…
Hot pot has interesting beginnings. Some say ancient Mongolians used metal helmets as pots, filling them with water and cooking meat over an open flame, which later evolved into today’s hot pot. Another…
As the first weeks go by, your teacher gives you homework. And more homework. In short, there is a lot of homework. Some of it is for the next day, and some for…
Now that the Midterm Exams are over, it is time to look ahead: you still have half a semester! After your Midterm grades, you may have a conference with your teacher. What does…
Your teacher has probably told you to check “My Grades” on Blackboard. Or you submitted a homework assignment, and your teacher gave it to you on paper or in Google Docs. Of course,…
As the first weeks go by, your teacher gives you homework. And more homework. In short, there is a lot of homework. Some of it is for the next day, and some for…
Chicago has 24 beaches, and they are all free to attend. The beach parks are open 6 a.m. – 11 p.m., but swimming is only allowed 11a.m. – 7 p.m., when lifeguards are…
In the US, it is very common for a student to change majors. Why do people change majors? They find a new interest. Most universities require all students to take a group of…
