Mentorship is a game changer because it essentially connects you with people who have already played in the level of the “game” you are going into. For me, that new game was college.
Life as a Student Athlete
Meet Kyle! He’s a third year Political Science major from Eastvale, California and a member of the UCI men’s track and field team.
You Too Can Do Research!
With higher education ever-looming over your head, you have most likely heard the word “research” thrown around a lot. I know for sure because I was once in that exact same position; back when “research” was something big and fancy that I thought I could never be involved in.
Meet our Writers: Anayissa
Meet the writers and contributors of Unfiltered Life at UCI - a student-run blog aiming to give an authentic snapshot of what life is like at UCI.
Scholarship Opportunities Office
As a first-generation student student, I had hardly ever heard about prestigious scholarships like the Rhodes, Marshall, or Fulbright; never in my wildest dreams would I ever think of achieving one.
Meet our Writers: Jalen
Meet the writers and contributors of Unfiltered Life at UCI - a student-run blog aiming to give an authentic snapshot of what life is like at UCI.
Eating on Campus
When it comes to dining on campus, UCI’s got you covered. Students can choose from two large dining halls, several on-campus eateries, and plenty of restaurants just across the street.
Meet our Writers: Chloé
Meet the writers and contributors of Unfiltered Life at UCI - a student-run blog aiming to give an authentic snapshot of what life is like at UCI.
Sustainability at UCI
Sustainability is more than a ranking or achievement. It is commitment to taking care of our planet, and continuing to discover new ways to make the future brighter. UCI is doing a lot to make sure our campus is as green as possible.
Dance Crews
A question that I used to get all the time: what does it feel like going to a university without a football team? And my answer is always the same-- it’s fine, because I think we have something much cooler: dance crews!
Meet Our Writers: Jael
How My Life Got Flipped Turned Upside Down by Transfering to UCI
Things to Do Before Your Senior Year
As my last quarter at UCI is approaching, I have gone through many trials and errors that have taught me valuable lessons. Here are some of the rawest tips and secrets that I am glad to share with you all.
Anteater Community: My Home Away from Home
Being a business economics major, I wanted to surround myself with a group of like-minded individuals who are all working towards growing personally and professionally.
How I Got Into Research
Starting UCI as a Biological Sciences major, research was all around me. Every class I would go to, professors would take a couple of minutes off of their lectures to talk about their research labs or projects.
Chosen Vs. Random Roommates: Take a Chance!
As a residential advisor, I’ve seen it all. And I’ve been able to come to a conclusion - people who choose their roommates over brief Facebook contact tend to have the most roommate problems down the line…
Choosing the College for You: Why UCI?
Whenever I talk to potential incoming freshmen and their parents, I’m always asked “Why did you choose UCI over all the other schools that you may have applied to?”…
On-Campus Resources: Utilizing UCI's Career Center
For 99.9% of us, the end game of college is definitively to get a job. And not just any job; a great one. It’s a very universal anxiety, no matter what field you plan on studying…
Financial Aid and How to Receive It
Money was a big factor in deciding which college was right for me. UCI has been very generous with me and my family in the financial aid department, but college is expensive no matter which way you spin it…
Why I Chose UCI
I remember the stress of being a high school senior, anxiously awaiting the notification that you (think) will change your life forever. Here’s what I learned about that moment, and wish someone had told 18 year old me…