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Have you ever watched one small thing happen and realized later it wasn’t small at all? That’s exactly what happened to me recently. I was at an event where there’s usually a full hot lunch, catered trays, real meals, the whole setup. But this time? Snacks from Costco. No catered lunch. Instead, there were: granola... Continue Reading →
I know it’s been a while since I’ve shared what life looks like on my side of the screen. School started on September 24th, and these past few weeks have been about building a rhythm that feels like mine for the first time in a long time. For nearly 18 years my routines have always... Continue Reading →
Most people think homework ends when the professor stops grading it. They’re wrong. In truth, the real homework begins the moment the syllabus runs out, when you start connecting ideas across disciplines, watching a documentary about a topic you stumbled across in class, or following your curiosity into places no assignment ever asked you to... Continue Reading →
https://youtu.be/FS6o3qFimsc?si=NlfO_ptwvJEn9SOv I used to dream about this moment. This moment where I sit typing into the night while listening to classical music, this time Erik Satie’s Gymnopédies 1, 2, and 3 are soothing the night air as I think about how several years ago I was immersed in someone else’s financial journey, how they got... Continue Reading →
Today I graduated. The weather didn’t make a scene about it. No grand speech, no band playing. I didn’t put on a cap and gown. I didn’t walk across a stage or pose for pictures with extended family. None of that happened. I was at home. I went to the mall, bought some chocolates, and... Continue Reading →
Today I had my law class from 1:30 to 3:30, and the focus was on discrimination. We went over a particular case involving Mexican Americans. To provide some context, the focus was on the Chicano East LA-13 during the time of the walkouts, which took place in the aftermath of segregation's official end just four... Continue Reading →
Today I went to Husky Fest, and I finally gave in at the student bookstore. I dropped $158 on an XL quarter-zip sweater I’d been eyeing for weeks, plus a pair of joggers that fit right. As soon as I got home, I quickly realized I liked the zip-up way more than the sweats. The... Continue Reading →
Being broke in college isn’t just about having no money, it’s about navigating a system that often feels designed to keep you struggling. But what if I told you that economic theories, yes, the same ones that explain how nations grow, can also explain how an individual climbs out of poverty? The truth is, escaping... Continue Reading →
Ever wondered why the price of your morning coffee rises when the economy isn’t doing so great, or why your bank’s interest rates go up when inflation is high? The answer lies in monetary policy, a tool the Federal Reserve (the Fed) uses to manage the economy. It’s not just a buzzword in economic circles;... Continue Reading →
Ever wondered how financial independence and personal choices intersect in a world that expects women to marry for money? Meet Elizabeth Bennet, the headstrong heroine of Pride and Prejudice, whose refusal to settle for an arranged marriage teaches us invaluable lessons about financial independence, empowerment, and making choices that align with your values. Elizabeth Bennet’s... Continue Reading →
The Broke College Student 