Student spotlight: Liam
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Contributor spotlight: Rachana
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Contributor spotlight: Mark
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Mark is currently studying information systems at the University of Maryland Baltimore County.
Heâs also a member of the IT club at his school. Mark reviewed content and provided feedback on this monthâs issue.
How would your friends describe you?
My friends would say that Iâm laid back. I make jokesâbut I can also take jokes. They might also say that Iâm motivated, someone who’s willing to try new things, and Iâm always up for an adventure. Iâd say thatâs all pretty accurate!
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?
My first stop would be Yosemite National Park in California to climb the Half Dome, an infamous, grueling 14- to 16-mile hike. Being on top of mountains is where I find serenity, so climbing Yosemite would be an epic journey for meâeven if it takes days and Iâm drenched in sweat by the end of it.
Contributor spotlight: Alexis
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Alexis is a third-year undergraduate at the University of Maryland in Baltimore studying psychology.
Sheâs the justice of her Student Hearing Board, a member of the Student Health Advisory Council, a relationship violence prevention advocate, and the secretary of Parentâs Club. For this issue, Alexis reviewed the app Sleep Cycle alarm clock.
What are some quirky or unusual facts about yourself?
Iâm crazy good at spelling, I used to read the dictionary and quiz myself for fun. I also donât like pie at all. Any and every kind. I just despise pie in general. Iâm an advocate for naturopathy, and other integrative health practices. After graduation I plan to continue my education and become an applied forensic psychologist. Oh, and Iâm ambidextrous.
How would you describe yourself? What would your friends say about you?
Personally, I think Iâm hilariousâĶwith an extra scoop of corny. Iâd also say Iâm creative, driven, open-minded, and pretty awkward sometimes. I think my friends would say Iâm amusing, nerdy, and slightly dramatic.
Contributor spotlight: Zuriel
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Zuriel R. is a second-year doctoral student at Portland State University in Oregon. Sheâs currently in the Earth, Environment, and Society PhD program. In this issue, Zuriel reviewed the podcast Invisibilia.
Whatâs your passion?
âI study human-wildlife interactions in cities. This means I spend a lot of time talking to people about their interactions with wildlife. I love to learn about the way people perceive wild animals, especially foxes, coyote, and wolves!â
Whatâs your favorite pastime?
âWhen Iâm not talking to a homeowner about the coyote pups in their deck or mapping coyote sightings, I love to go for long walks in new and familiar places. Walking gives me a chance to appreciate the natural beauty of the city, to relieve stress, to come up with new ideas, and, sometimes, to listen to interesting new podcasts.â
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Contributor spotlight: Kimberly M.
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Kimberly is a third-year undergraduate at the University of Central Arkansas studying applied physics. Sheâs also the vice president of the Society of Physics Students chapter at UCA. For this issue, Kimberly reviewed the app MindShift.
How would you describe your personality?
âI think my personality can be described as friendly, yet Iâm a bit shy when I first meet people. But Iâve improved through the years! I think I can be considered funny at times as well, but itâs mostly because Iâm clumsy. Iâm not complaining though as being clumsy can have its perks. The clumsiness makes me goofy so itâs entertaining and brings a lot of laughter.â
How do you chill out when youâre stressed?
âWhen Iâm stressed, Iâm a mess. I usually like to read a good book, listen to music, and watch funny or cute videos. Thereâs nothing like a good kitty or puppy video to cheer me up. I also canât pretend that singing doesnât help me chillâĶeven if Iâm not good at it!â
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Contributor spotlight: Levent
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Levent Guldal, third-year graduate student, Creighton University School of Pharmacy, Nebraska
For this issue, he reviewed Wunderlist, an app designed to keep us organized and making moves on our most demanding work (see How to be really good at getting stuff done, according to science).
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?
âIâd go to Japan, in a heartbeat. Iâm really into watching foreign films and some of my favorites ones are Japanese. Films like Seven Samurai, Audition, and Akira were very influential to me and provided a fascinating window into Japanese culture. I would love the chance to immerse myself in their culture and experience their traditions firsthand. I also wouldnât mind getting to eat some delicious ramen and sushi while Iâm there!â
How do you chill out when youâre stressed?
âLifting some weights helps to calm me down and clear my mind. What keeps me in a good mood, however, is my six-year-old son. Heâs the cutest, funniest, and kindest little boy youâll ever meet. I love spending time with this kid! He has such an imaginative mind and puts his own twist on whatever weâre doing.â
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