Hi everyone! I realized I never posted a proper end of the year wrap up, and time just flew by while summer completely sneaked up on me. I write to you all from Incheon International Airport after spending three amazing weeks in China and South Korea. However, I’ll backtrack before explaining how I got here.
I left campus very abruptly–actually, my finish date was the earliest it’s ever been in my three years at Harvard. You see, everyone has a different final exam schedule at the end of every semester. Reading Period is the week after classes end and before final exams begin. It is a week when things on campus quiet down a bit and when I, personally, catch up with friends. Another great thing about Reading Period that I’ve found through my experience thus far is that it’s the perfect time to take a breather. While academic commitments (aside from studying, of course) slow down, many extracurricular club events and House formals occur right before or at the beginning of the week, so those are two things I always look forward to. Apart from the fun, what do students do academically during Reading Period? Some folks spend the week writing papers while others are studying for exams or collaborating on group projects…or it’s a combination of all three. How much fun you can have depends on what your workload is like. Some people have a heavier Reading Period, while others have a more difficult Final Exam Period. For me, I love not having any scheduled classes and being able to structure my days around studying. Freshman fall, I had three exams and had no choice but to stay on campus until the very last day possible because that’s when my final was scheduled. However, the end of each semester does vary. This year, I was able to leave so early because I only had one final exam and the rest of my courses’ assessments were papers and projects that were due before the end of Reading Period.
Taking promotional photos for the documentary!
Tags: final exams, Harvard Summer School, reading period, summer
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I posted twice (sorry)
[you see now my posts will be boring because they were post twice]<<now that's boring j/k
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First of all, there is no way you can bore us to death. Your posts are so exciting to read because you let us see through an unknown window.
You are truly blessed and hope you can definitely visit France.(c’est très belle)..I recommend you to visit Mexico (It’s not because I was born there, but because you will be amazed how our education systems works)
And how is this program called????
Does Harvard provide a special program in which students can travel around any country based on researches????Just when you have time could you tell me a little more about these opportunities in Harvard (Traveling+researches+great learning=Great opportunity to expand ones knowledge )
Thank you
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Hi Jessica,
I try to write about the most exciting things as I can, so it’s nice to hear you aren’t bored! I feel extremely fortunate to have this opportunity this summer. However, it’s not a program directly through Harvard. My Peer Advising Fellow had previously done work for the TV company, and they were looking for three more students. Then again, this is something I would have never had the chance to pursue if it wasn’t for Harvard, so I really do feel very lucky.
As far as special programs in which students can travel for research: yes! Students can take summer school courses, do research, and/or volunteer abroad through enrolling at Harvard Summer School (there are tons of universities around the world that Harvard partners with, where you can take courses during the summer) or applying for one of Harvard’s many grants and fellowships, which would typically cover airfare, housing, and day-to-day needs. Here’s a link to the Admissions website that provides a few links and more information: http://www.admissions.college.harvard.edu/about/beyond/studyabroad.html
Thanks a lot for reading, Jessica!
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First of all, there is no way you can bore us to death. Your posts are so exciting to read because you let us see through an unknown window.
You are truly blessed and hope you can definitely visit France (c’est très belle)..I recommend you to visit Mexico (It’s not because I was born there, but because you will be amazed how our education system works)
And how is this program called????
Does Harvard provide a special program in which students can travel around any country based on researches????Just if you have time could you tell me a little more about this great opportunity…{how do you get in , request it etc}
Thank you : ]
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truly memorable experience, when I could be like you?
I really want to be like you: (
I was a boy who dreams dreams like you want to study at Harvard-
Hi Ace,
Study hard and do what you love! If someone had told me a few years ago that I would be doing half the things I’m doing right now, I would have never believed that person. I’ve changed a lot since high school and would say to be flexible with yourself. Also, find your passion–whether it’s academics, public service, sports, music, etc.–and then everything that’s meant to be will fall into place.
Best of luck!
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so meaningful activity or project! i am joan,from china,i expect you to share the impressing about chinese higher education，because i work in Huazhong Agricultural university,wuhan,china.
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Hi Joan,
It’s a huge coincidence, especially because China is so incredibly large, that I was actually in Wuhan, China for several nights on my trip! What a small world…I definitely had a great time in Wuhan.
Thanks for reading!
Scott
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