Bard College was my top choice because it is known for its liberal arts programs and its commitment to social justice. I was drawn to the college’s unique curriculum, which encourages interdisciplinary study and a close relationship between students and faculty. I also appreciated the…
βItβs okay! Just breathe!β I said to myself in an attempt to suppress my unfaltering anxiety. I restlessly skimmed the pictures in a Clifford the Big Red Dog book, typical of me during independent reading. All the while I kept my head down, focused on…
Almost every weekday morning, I awoke from a consuming sleep and lethargically stumbled into the bathroom. After managing to grip my toothbrush and pour my revoltingly minty toothpaste onto the painfully sharp bristles, I cleared my mouth of bacteria. I changed from functional nightwear into…