-
The CCRA blog is authored by Columbia undergraduate researchers, who are invited to reflect on all aspects of the research process and their own undergraduate research experiences, beginning (but not ending) with the Core.
Author Archives: Elliot Hueske
Using Core Texts for Life Inspiration
The end of the school year is a time that initiates reflection on our academic involvements as well as the social dynamics that defined these experiences. Thus, it seems meaningful to me to spend some time reflecting on and attempting … Continue reading
Posted in Coursework, Life, The Core, Uncategorized
Comments Off on Using Core Texts for Life Inspiration
How LitHum Allows Us to Consider the Nature of Reality (and question it…)
When I first enrolled at Columbia, I was convinced that I would study Biochemistry. While my profound appreciation for the discipline has not dissipated; my academic, professional, and personal commitments have pivoted. All this to say, LitHum was the first … Continue reading
Posted in Life, The Core, The Humanities
Comments Off on How LitHum Allows Us to Consider the Nature of Reality (and question it…)
Should I Go To Grad School? Questions and Thoughts to Consider
As a second-semester senior studying psychology and philosophy, I have found myself frequently considering post-graduate options of graduate school as opposed to work. Both disciplines that I am currently studying might seem to be oriented towards careers in academia, research, … Continue reading
Posted in Interviews, Life, major research, postgraduation plans
Comments Off on Should I Go To Grad School? Questions and Thoughts to Consider
Applying to Rhodes: A Conversation with Two Rhodes Finalists
A Note From the Editor: This month we had our Rose Research Ambassadors/Rhodes Finalist (E)lliot Hueske and (J)onathan Tanaka discuss their experiences preparing, applying and interviewing for the Rhodes Scholarship. J: Why did I apply to the Rhodes? Let’s … Continue reading
Posted in Faculty Mentors, Interviews, major research, postgraduation plans, Study Abroad, Zoom
Comments Off on Applying to Rhodes: A Conversation with Two Rhodes Finalists
Research and Columbia Libraries: A Guide to Maximizing Your Resources
Research settings look different for everyone but relying on textual resources and supporting documents to substantiate a claim remains consistent throughout all research types and environments. Nonetheless, finding a place to start with respect to navigating Columbia’s many libraries or … Continue reading
Posted in COVID-19, Libraries, major research, Uncategorized
Comments Off on Research and Columbia Libraries: A Guide to Maximizing Your Resources
Approaches to Interdisciplinary Research
It is rarely ever the case that our attitudes are binary or one-dimensional. In fact, life is characterized by the many beliefs, opinions, and preferences that we embrace. Ascribing to one thought or ideology while resisting others is not only … Continue reading
Posted in Archives, courses, Faculty Mentors, Libraries, major research, Uncategorized
Comments Off on Approaches to Interdisciplinary Research
The Stress Counterweight: Interpreting the World, and the Work of CC
The numerous manifestations of stress are all becoming more salient to us. Whether we are feeling agitated, having trouble focusing, losing sleep, or clenching our jaws, the anxiety of our current historical period is reflected in our mental and physical … Continue reading
Posted in courses, COVID-19, major research, The Core, Uncategorized
Comments Off on The Stress Counterweight: Interpreting the World, and the Work of CC