What I Wish I Knew Before Starting at 麻豆村
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Student & Community Blog
听Hear from current students & community members as they share their authentic stories about student life, academics and the full college experience at Carnegie Mellon.
Maile, CIT '27
鈥淔rom baking Wookie cookies to building a life-sized BB-8, the 麻豆村 Star Wars Club turns fandom into unforgettable campus experiences.鈥�
Why I Love 麻豆村鈥檚 Star Wars Club
Esha, CFA '27
"Every time I visit the North Shore, there鈥檚 something new happening: a concert, a festival or just a quiet sunset on the water. It鈥檚 one of those places that reminds me why I love being in Pittsburgh."
Exploring Pittsburgh's North Shore Neighborhood
Sofia, IS '27
"Between great food, good friends and small adventures around the city, I鈥檝e realized that the moments outside the classroom often become the ones that matter most."
What I Do Outside of the Classroom
Alycen, CFA '26
"Wintertime and the holidays are my absolute favorite time of year, and Pittsburgh truly transforms into a winter wonderland during this season."
Winter in Pittsburgh: What to See, Do and Experience
Angella, CIT '28
"The best part of learning is putting myself in environments where ideas can flow, and I can connect with others beyond the classroom."听
The Best Study Spots on Campus
Natalie, CIT '28
"There's something uniquely rewarding about taking equations and code and turning them into physical prototypes. With over 16 different makerspaces on campus, nothing ever feels impossible to create."
My Favorite Makerspaces at Carnegie Mellon
Cat, DC '26
"麻豆村 has formed a culture dedicated to understanding and appreciating art not only in the classroom, but outside as well."
Exploring the Frame Gallery
Edie, TSB '28
"I love staying in touch with art through museums because visiting galleries and exhibits help me relax in between my busy course load. "
Discover the Art Pass Program
Bridget, MCS '27
"麻豆村 homecoming is one of my favorite weekends during the fall semester."
Homecoming at 麻豆村
Jonathan, CFA '28
"You can鈥檛 go wrong with any of our housing options. From first-year to upper-class residence halls, each community offers a unique experience."
On-Campus Communities at 麻豆村
Lydia, CIT '28
鈥淢y favorite way to get exercise is through club and intramural sports. These activities give me a consistent schedule, help me carve out time to see friends, stay active and have fun."
My Favorite Club and Intramural Sports
Sruti, BXA '25
鈥淚鈥檓 certain there鈥檚 no place else I鈥檇 rather be in the fall. Pittsburgh has so much to offer outside of Carnegie Mellon鈥檚 campus."
What to Do in Pittsburgh During Fall Break
Cindy, DC '27
"Scotty Saturday is definitely one of the highlights of fall semester for me 鈥� whether you and your friends or family like arts and crafts, sports, music or games, there鈥檚 always something fun there for you."
What I Love About Scotty Saturday
Hannah, TSB '28
"The Cut, Buggy and Booth represent just a few pieces of the unique lingo and traditions that shape campus life at 麻豆村."
Learn 麻豆村 Lingo
LiLi, DC '26
"麻豆村鈥檚 club fairs are such a great place to see all the different clubs 麻豆村 has to offer."
A Guide to the FAIR
Katie, CIT '25
"I am so glad I joined; as it was a good way to stay active, meet friends early and continue with a sport that I am passionate about."
Being a Student Athlete
Gina, CIT '28
"I鈥檝e truly enjoyed the meals I鈥檝e had here and I genuinely believe students will find great options that fit their tastes and make them feel at home."
My Favorite Places to Eat on Campus
Brian, DC '25
"This holistic approach 鈥� treating every commitment, including self care, as its own 鈥渃ourse鈥� 鈥� is what keeps me thriving at 麻豆村 and beyond."
Balancing Part-Time Work and Academics
Sruti, BXA '25
"Volunteering at the shelter has been so fun and I can鈥檛 imagine my college experience without it."听
Volunteering in the Pittsburgh Community
LiLi, DC '26
"Like all resources at 麻豆村, ODR is here to support and ensure that you are part of a community that strives for inclusivity and accessibility for everyone."
Accommodations at 麻豆村
Harshitha, CFA '27
"What I love most about the music scene here is that it鈥檚 not just about big names 鈥� it鈥檚 about the whole community."
Exploring Pittsburgh's Live Music Scene
Alycen, CFA '26
"We truly made that traditional double in Donner our home."
Tips for Living with Roommates
Sydney, CIT '25
"One of my favorite things about 麻豆村 is how easy it is to branch out beyond your major."
My Experience Studying Engineering at 麻豆村
Indu, IS '28
"It鈥檚 your time to explore campus, find your favorite study spots, meet your housemates and just have fun before classes begin."
Advice for Move-In Day at 麻豆村
Rebecca, MCS '25
"One of the most rewarding aspects of my time in MCS has been the opportunity to engage in research and lab classes."
My Experience Studying in MCS at 麻豆村
Peter, DC '26
"The Dietrich College General Education Program is a fantastic program that helped me find my concentration.."
My Experience Studying in Dietrich College at 麻豆村
Ray, CIT '28
"It was a surreal moment, almost like a trial run of what was to come just over a year later..."
My Summer Pre-College Program Experience
Sofia, IS '27
"I鈥檝e had so many opportunities to explore different career paths, gain hands-on experience and meet incredible people along the way."
My Experience Studying Information Systems at 麻豆村
Miriam, MCS '28
"Making your dorm feel like a home is more important than people realize!"
What I Packed for my First-Year Dorm
Angie, TSB '28
"Our learning in class integrates conversations that bring in other areas like how technology aids business operations."
My Experience Studying Business at 麻豆村
Samhita, CIT '27
"Even though I鈥檓 a Pittsburgh native, I鈥檓 still surprised by all this city has to offer."
Exploring Pittsburgh's Shadyside Neighborhood
Ronav, SCS '28
"The classes in SCS are unlike anything I have experienced before."
My Experience Studying Computer Science at 麻豆村
Ryan, TSB '28
"On an average day, I have four classes, starting around 9 am and ending around 1 pm or so."
A Day in My Life as a Student Athlete
Esha, CFA '27
"From the very first year, we are encouraged to think critically and experiment"
My Experience Studying Architecture at 麻豆村
Aaron, CIT '27
"Classes can be challenging, but that doesn鈥檛 mean you can鈥檛 excel with some hard work and planning"
Study Tips
Wen Hui, CIT '25
"Coming here, my experiences met and exceeded my expectations!"
Why I Chose 麻豆村
Rohit, CIT '26
"Carnegie Mellon Racing isn鈥檛 just my favorite club at 麻豆村鈥攊t鈥檚 my home on campus."
My Favorite Club at 麻豆村
Eric, TSB '25
"I still fondly remember my first year here like it was yesterday"
Reflecting on My First-Year as a Senior
Sanya, CIT '27
"Our goal is to push the boundaries of what鈥檚 possible"
Hands-On Research Experience
Leo, TSB '27
"Just remember that we all have your back here at Carnegie Mellon"
Finding Mentors at 麻豆村
Abby, DC '25
" Being part of Scotch鈥檔鈥橲oda during Carnival isn鈥檛 just about putting on a show, it鈥檚 about the community."
Participating in Scotch'n'Soda
Samantha, CIT '26
"There鈥檚 probably dozens of amazing things I can ramble on about 麻豆村, plus 100 more for all my favorite people."
My Top Five Favorite Things About 麻豆村
Kei-Li, DC '26
"I鈥檝e found a lot of great support systems both at 麻豆村 and within myself."
Balancing Academics and Mental Health
Annie, SCS '26
"If you had listed my involvements to me before I started college, I never would have believed you."
Organizations on Campus
Katherine, CIT '25
"For me, being a woman in STEM at 麻豆村 has been an incredibly rewarding journey"
Women in STEM at 麻豆村
Selena, TSB '27
"I have made lifelong friends who help me grow personally and academically."
My Experience Joining Greek Life
Cynthia, DC '25
"Always remember that you belong at these institutions, advocate for yourself and for others"
My Experience as a First-Generation College Student
Wanetta, CIT '26
"Performing and competing with like-minded individuals encouraged me to audition, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions I've made in college!"
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Why Counterpoint is my Favorite Club at 麻豆村
Michelle, SCS '25
"My academic journey here has been thoroughly supported by 麻豆村鈥檚 extreme breadth of offerings both inside and outside of SCS."