Welcome to our micro-blog on living the dream - a look into our UC Berkeley NERDY life. We will be writing about events, people, programs, books, resources, etc. We will also answer the age old question - how do you know if you are a NERD?
Tips I Wish I Knew: How to Approach Office Hours
Going to office hours can feel intimidating, especially during your first year of college. However, attending office hours can help you master the material, build connections with your professors, and…
Persevering Through Adversity - Self and Science
The journey of life is different for everyone. One can say each individual follows a path that is constructed in parts from the decisions they make, and in parts from the universal current of…
STEM Mentorship and Advocacy – Empowered Women Empower Women
Mentorship represents a big aspect of my academic and professional life. I have had a strong mentoring relationship with professors, major advisors, and industry leaders throughout my academic and…
5 Tips to Navigating an Internship During a Pandemic
Ever wonder what it’s like to work at a tech company over the summer remotely? I’m Karen Alarcon, and I am a sophomore at the University of California, Berkeley. I hope by sharing my experience…