Hey everyone! I’m back again with yet another article. This time, I’ll be talking about psychology research opportunities at NUS! See, recently I was at my part-time MOE internship, and I was working with some Polytechnic students who are specialising in psychology. And we were talking about psychology, as you do, and I asked them which part of psych they were interested in. To my surprise, they all answered “research”. Now, while I like research as much as the average psych major, I did not think that that would be the first answer, especially after going through my statistics classes. But it ..read more

If you aren’t aware, most universities in Singapore offer on-campus accommodation for their students. This means that students can live near the university (for a fee, of course) and stay there for at least a year. Many freshmen who enter university might struggle between choosing to stay on-campus or not, and so I thought I could provide some insight into the various considerations one can have when deciding. I will first go over the more basic, self-explanatory factors that help students decide on staying on or off campus, then talk about NUS-specific accommodations and the possibilities for ..read more

Hey everyone! I’m back yet again with another article. This time, we’re talking about mentoring! If you read my previous article, you’ll remember that I listed mentoring as an avenue to find internships and form connections. However, if you were like me, you’d likely be confused about where one can find these mentoring opportunities. Well, fear not, because in this article I’ll be talking about my mentorships and how I managed to find them. I preface this by saying that I am a psychology major, and some of these opportunities are geared towards that. Additionally, I am in NUS, and any mentorin ..read more

In a significant milestone for Singapore’s arts education landscape, the University of the Arts will open its doors in August this year. Curious about this university and what it has to offer? If you or your child are considering an education here, we’ve compiled everything we know! We will update this article whenever more information is released. What’s On Offer? The University of the Arts (UAS) is founded on an alliance between LASALLE College of the Arts (LASALLE) and Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA). What does this mean? In a nutshell, students can choose to study degrees from either N ..read more

As travel restrictions ease and wanderlust kicks in, Korea emerges as a top destination for travel enthusiasts in 2023. Renowned for its captivating K-Dramas, rich culture, and mouth-watering cuisine, this East Asian country beckons tourists from every corner of the globe to dive into its vibrant local tapestry. With an average holiday duration of 1.5 to two weeks, visitors eagerly aim to explore every renowned landmark and capture the perfect Instagram-worthy moments. Drawing from my personal experiences of visiting Korea twice, here’s a list of the top five destinations that could make or br ..read more

Hey, everyone! I’m back yet again; this time, I’m jumping back into writing about NUS. As you might or might not know, I am currently a third-year student majoring in psychology at the National University of Singapore (NUS for short). And for those of you unaware of the psychology program and the role of an honour’s thesis, let me explain. Honours Thesis: What Is It? In NUS psychology, several modules allow you to practise your research skills. Some of these are mandatory, and some are not. Let’s go through them. First, the mandatory modules include Statistics I, Statistics II, and a lab modu ..read more

TIL! As a young professional or university student, you may be surprised to learn how some things we learnt growing up are misconceptions. Get ready to separate fact from fiction as we debunk a few lifestyle-related myths and set things straight! You Don’t Need to Rinse After Brushing Your Teeth I learned this when I was fourteen and on an immersion trip to China: my roommate, whose dad is in dental care, brushed her teeth and skipped the obligatory swish-with-water. She shared how rinsing actually washes away the fluoride left behind by the toothpaste, reducing the protection it offers agains ..read more

Hey, everybody! It’s me again. Yes, I know, I’ve been writing a lot lately. But hey, I had a whole adventure for four months — it’s only natural that I come back and share it with everyone! Anyways, this article is about the famous ‘Big Apple’, the one and only New York City! I managed to take a short trip down to NY, and stayed there from the 22nd to the 25th of December in 2023. Based on my experience there, I will give you a brief run-down of the city and make some recommendations. Feel free to consider some of these activities in your planning! Once again, there is a caveat: first, I was s ..read more

If you’ve read my last article, I’ve recently returned from an exchange at Boston University! This means that I have spent the past four months exploring as much of Boston as possible, and based on my experience I thought I would share with all of you some fun things you could do if you ever decide to visit the city! As always, there’s always a disclaimer: I was only there for four months and not four years, so this might not encapsulate every single possible thing you could do. Additionally, there were some things (e.g. apple picking) that I did not do, mainly because I had no interest in it ..read more

Walking into your first job is an intimidating experience. You encounter new faces, processes, and an unfamiliar office culture, and you wonder if you’ll be able to fit into this new environment. Fear not! Mastering some office lingo can help you navigate your first days and weeks on the job with more confidence.  While the overuse of jargon can also become problematic, you really can’t avoid using some. Even if you’re already working, you may require a quick refresher! We’ve included some interesting terms too. But, Why Use Jargon in the Workplace? The use of corporate jargon is common i ..read more