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My First Day at University of Illinois-Urvana Champaign   created at Aug 22, 2025   214   My heart hammers a joyful rhythm against my ribs,a frantic drumbeat accompanying the exhilarating crescendo of anticipation,because the future stretches before me,a vibrant tapestry woven with the threads of possibility as I embark on this incredible adven...

My first day at Northwood High School in Irvine, California   updated at Sep 22, 2024   6,907   Ah,the first day at a new school,a rollercoaster of excitement,confusion,and the occasional "Where am I again?" moment.I,your intrepid adventurer,found myself in the grand maze of Northwood High School in Irvine,California."Every new beginning comes from s...

Did you know that the person who voiced Humtrix Rumi in KPop Demon Hunters went to UIUC?   created at Sep 05, 2025   172   Did you happen to know that the person who voiced "Humtrix Rumi" in "KPop Demon Hunters" was a UIUC alum?.Rumi is the main character of K-Pop Demon Hunters.In the story,she is the leader and main vocalist of the world-renowned K-Pop group HUNTR / X.She is ...

Tech Visionaries who graduated at UIUC - You are the Next Turn   created at Sep 04, 2025   168   According to the Business Insider article,the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) has a strong history of producing tech visionaries who have significantly shaped the technology landscape.The article highlights several notable alumni who went...

What You Need to Prepare for Graduate University at UIUC   created at Sep 01, 2025   209   Preparing for graduate school is a multifaceted process that involves academic,practical,and sometimes emotional readiness.Academically:Strong Academic Record: A good GPA (Grade Point Average) is often a primary factor.Most programs look for a GPA of 3.0 o...

My Dad's Bucket Hat Craze: One Man's Quest for Collegiate Headwear   created at Aug 30, 2025   175   Have you ever spent an entire day thinking about wanting something in your life?.When I moved into school,what my dad was most interested in wasn't the vast campus or the delicious food in the Dining Hall,but a bucket hat.Someone had left a bucket hat with...

Annual Weather Forecasting in Illinois based on Month   created at Jul 31, 2025   6,747   Illinois experiences distinct seasonal weather patterns throughout the year.January and February are typically the coldest and driest months,with average high temperatures below freezing and snowfall common.Spring (March-May) brings a transition with risin...

Sample Curriculum Comparison CS versus CS+GGIS at UIUC   created at May 31, 2025   6,837   The major difference between Computer Science (CS) and Computer Science + Geography & Geographic Information Science (CS+GGIS) at UIUC lies in breadth and specialization:Computer Science (CS): The CS program is a broader,more foundational computer science ...

UIUC 2025-2026 Academic Calendar   created at May 26, 2025   7,362   The UIUC academic calendar typically starts in late August,with fall semester classes commencing around the third week of the month.Winter break generally begins in mid-December,after final exams for the fall semester,and lasts until the start of the sprin...

Cream Pan: A Must-Visit Japanese Bakery in Fountain Valley   created at Oct 13, 2024   6,870   Cream Pan,a popular Japanese bakery among locals in OC,is located in Fountain Valley,not far from Irvine.It's more than just a bakery; they also offer light lunch options,making it a great spot to grab a bite before heading to the beach.Strawberry Croissan...

Understanding at Rochester Institute of Technology   updated at Sep 26, 2024   6,897   .Rochester Institute of Technology:RIT's mission is to provide students with a "rigorous,relevant,and experiential education" that prepares them for successful careers in a constantly evolving world.The institute offers a variety of academic programs acros...

Understanding Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute based in New York   created at Sep 23, 2024   6,815   Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is a prestigious private research university located in the historic city of Troy,New York,approximately 150 miles north of New York City.Founded in 1824,RPI is one of the oldest technological universities in the Unit...

Understanding Texas A&M - a leading research university, receiving significant funding from both the government and private sector   created at Jul 04, 2024   6,771   Texas A&M University,located in College Station,Texas,USA,is a public,land-grant university with a rich history dating back to 1876.With an enrollment of approximately 70,000 students,Texas A&M is a leading research university that has significantly impact...

Reflections on a Year of Volunteering at Torrance Wilson Park: Season in 2023-2024   updated at Sep 22, 2024   6,867   Last Saturday,I had my last volunteer activity of the year at Torrance Wilson Park.Torrance Wilson Park is a beautiful place with trees and grass,a popular walking course for citizens of Torrance.As I started my volunteer work,I first picked up the trash t...

UIUC, or the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - a public land-grant research university located in Urbana-Champaign   created at May 10, 2024   6,720   UIUC,or the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign,is a public land-grant research university located in Urbana-Champaign,Illinois.It's consistently ranked among the top universities globally,renowned for its strong engineering,business,and agricultural p...

Kicking Stress Away: From AP Tests to Taekwondo Mats   updated at Sep 21, 2024   6,897   Hey everyone! Just thought I’d drop in and share a bit about my crazy day—it was a mix of hardcore study vibes and martial arts action,and boy,was it a rollercoaster.So,here’s the rundown: my morning kicked off with the dreaded AP Test,and I wrapped up ...

Reviewing University of South California (USC) founded in 1880   created at May 08, 2024   6,802   The University of South California (USC) is a prestigious university located in the heart of Los Angeles,California.Founded in 1880,USC has grown into a world-class institution known for its excellent academics,vibrant campus life,and strong athletic progr...

Exploring UC Irvine (aka UCI) - School and its Majors   created at May 04, 2024   6,933   Hey there,fellow tech enthusiasts! So,you're thinking about college,huh? Well,let me tell you about this rad place called the University of California,Irvine (UCI),where the cyber fun never ends! Imagine a campus buzzing with brainpower and techie vibes.Ye...

Mom's Amazing Cooking: My Stress Reliever   updated at Sep 22, 2024   6,887   You know when you're feeling down and stressed out,and suddenly a plate of delicious food appears in front of you,making everything better? Well,for me,that magic comes from my mom's cooking.Back in Korea,I didn't really have much chance to cook because my...

Irvine Great Park - New Development Residential Complex   updated at Sep 22, 2024   6,821   In the center of the OC,the Orange County Great Park,which will become an Orange County specialty in Irvine,was developed in the 21st century as the largest and most beautiful grand park in the United States,and will be built at El Toro Marine Corp.'s Air ...

History of Irvine in California   updated at Sep 22, 2024   6,725   Background.Irvine,50 miles south of Los Angeles,is an educational city called Gangnam Elementary School in Korea.Irvine has four public high schools,two alternative schools,22 elementary schools and eight middle schools.All schools have evenly high API (Ac...

Dataset of California Foodbanks   created at Jan 28, 2024   6,694   For AP with WE Service, I decided to develop an app that provides information about local food resources in California by using JAVA and HTML. When users enter the name of city where they are living, it will provide information about food banks or soup kit...

Embracing the COSMOS Program Application Journey   updated at May 12, 2024   6,902   Eventually time for me to challenge for COSMOS Program.COSMOS stands for California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science.I wanted to take part in COSMOS Program from the beginning of 2023,and its application is near at hand.The application will ...

First Day of Junior Year at Northwood High School   updated at May 12, 2024   6,903   Today marked the beginning of a new chapter – the first day of my junior year at Northwood High School.The anticipation had been building up for weeks,and as I stood in front of the mirror adjusting my backpack,I couldn't shake off the nervous energy buzz...

Junior Year Kickoff: The Student ID Card Saga   created at Aug 16, 2023   6,820   Alright,folks,buckle up because we're diving into the thrilling world of… Student ID card photos.Yeah,I know,not exactly the most exciting topic,but hey,it's a rite of passage,right?."So often you find that the students you're trying to inspire are the on...

My Hair - Rocking My New Haircut as School Begins   updated at Sep 24, 2024   6,804   Alright,folks,gather 'round because we're about to dive into the world of haircuts.Yep,you heard me right – haircuts.And no,this isn't your typical trim-at-the-barbershop kind of story.This is about a transformation,a rebirth if you will."Life is about ma...

200 Days of Hair - From Long Locks to the Big Chop   updated at May 12, 2024   6,790   Hey everyone! For the past 200 days,I've been on a hair-growing adventure.It's been quite the journey,letting my hair grow freely,and now,as I get ready for junior year,it's time for a big change.Yes,I'm talking about the big chop—saying goodbye to my lon...

Cinematic Adventure: My Experience Watching 'Suzume'   updated at Sep 22, 2024   6,826   Last weekend,I decided to check out the movie everyone's been talking about: 'Suzume'.I was just expecting an ordinary trip to the movies,but what I got was a rollercoaster ride of emotions and excitement.I walked into the Regal cinema,popcorn in hand,read...

Slice of Heaven: Dining Delights at California Pizza Kitchen, Irvine Spectrum   updated at May 12, 2024   6,841   Alright,food lovers,gather around because I'm about to share a story of delicious food and amazing experiences.I recently had the pleasure of dining at California Pizza Kitchen at the Irvine Spectrum,and let me tell you,it was an evening to remember.As I w...

Exploring Dreams: My College Campus Tour of UCI and UCLA   updated at Sep 24, 2024   6,934   Alright,fellow dreamers,gather 'round because I've got a tale to tell – a tale of college campus adventures and the pursuit of higher education.Yep,you heard me right.I'm talking about my recent tour of not one,but two iconic campuses: UCI and UCLA.First ...

Making a Splash: A Pool Party to Remember   updated at May 12, 2024   6,835   Hey,party people! So,here's the lowdown – I just got back from the most epic pool birthday bash,and let me tell you,it was one for the books."Life is made of small moments like this.".Picture this: The sun was shining,the water was sparkling,and the grill...

Epic Adventure: Avatar 3D at Regal, Irvine Spectrum   updated at May 12, 2024   6,857   Hey movie buffs,gather 'round because I've got a tale to tell – a tale of cinematic splendor and 3D magic.Yep,you guessed it – I'm talking about my recent trip to Regal at the Irvine Spectrum to catch Avatar in all its three-dimensional glory."Movies tou...

Winter Formal Fashion prepared for Dance Party   updated at Sep 29, 2024   6,822   Ah,the quintessential high school dance,where fashion and fun collide! Clad in the classic white shirt and black pants ensemble,I stepped onto the dance floor,ready to unleash my not-so-hidden dance moves."The best fashion show is definitely on the street....

Northwood High School vs Irvine High School Pink Out Football Game   updated at Sep 29, 2024   6,822   Alright,sports fans,listen up because we've got a showdown of epic proportions on our hands – the Northwood High School vs Irvine High School Pink Out Football Game.And let me tell you,it was a game for the ages."Now and then it's good to pause in our pur...

A Hurdle on the Court: My Basketball Injury Journey   created at Oct 04, 2022   6,978   Playing basketball is one of my favorite things to do.It's a game that makes me feel free and full of energy."Success is not final,failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts." - Winston Churchill.But one day,while shooting hoops with m...

Went to the Irvine Spectrum with My Friend   created at Sep 24, 2022   6,870   Alright,buckle up folks,because I'm about to spill the beans on the epic adventure that went down when me and my buddy hit up the Irvine Spectrum.And let me tell you,it was a rollercoaster ride of fun,laughter,and maybe just a touch of chaos."Adventure is ...

Sep 9 22-23 Rally at Northwood High School - My First Rally in Sophomore Year   updated at Sep 22, 2024   6,831   Alright,folks,gather 'round because I've got a tale to tell about the wildest ride of my high school sophomore year – the rally at Northwood High School on September 9,2022."High school is a lot more fun if you treat it like a rally instead of a race.".No...

First Day of Sophomore Year at Northwood High School   updated at Sep 27, 2024   6,820   The dawn breaks on a crisp September morning,signaling the start of a new academic year at Northwood High School.As the sun rises,so does the anticipation and excitement coursing through the veins of every sophomore student.With backpacks slung over should...

OC Festival 2022   updated at Sep 28, 2024   6,835   The vibrant atmosphere of the OC Festival 2022 envelops attendees in a whirlwind of colors,sounds,and flavors,showcasing the rich tapestry of culture that defines Orange County.From the moment you step foot onto the festival grounds,you're greeted with a s...

Took a Student ID Card Photo for My Sophomore Year   updated at Sep 30, 2024   6,859   As a high school student,there are certain rites of passage that mark our journey through these formative years.One such moment is taking the photo for our student ID card.It may seem like a trivial task,but in reality,it holds a deeper significance.It's a...

Exciting explore at Sequoia National Park   updated at Sep 29, 2024   6,836   Our family tour to Sequoia National Park was an adventure that filled our hearts with joy and wonder.The moment we arrived,the fresh air wrapped around us like a cozy blanket.Breathing in that crisp,clean air felt like a recharge for our spirits."The clear...

Best Computer Science Programs in America, Ranked (2023)   created at Jul 08, 2022   6,870   Below is from USNNAME / RANKPEER ASSESSMENT SCOREMassachusetts Institute of TechnologyCambridge, MA#1 in Computer Science (tie)5.0Stanford UniversityStanford, CA#1 in Computer Science (tie)5.0University of Calif...

Skyzone indoor trampoline park located in Anaheim - awesome place with fanatsic music and lots of funs !   updated at Sep 27, 2024   6,821   Oh boy,let me tell you about the tramp-tastic adventure we had at Skyzone in Orange County,California.Picture this: Friday night,around 8pm,the stars were out,and so were we,ready to bounce our way to happiness at this trampoline wonderland."Life is short,...

The first visitor visited home from South Korea   updated at May 12, 2024   6,815   Welcoming our first guest from South Korea to our home in the United States was a truly exciting and special experience for my family.The happiness we felt was beyond words."Hospitality is universal; it knows no boundaries.".As the doorbell rang and we ope...

Soaring to New Heights: A Thrilling Adventure at Sky Zone Trampoline Park   updated at Sep 27, 2024   6,858   In the heart of Anaheim lies a haven for thrill-seekers and adventure enthusiasts alike: Sky Zone Trampoline Park.From the moment you step through the doors,you're greeted with an atmosphere buzzing with energy and excitement,promising an unforgettable exp...

Health check for Basket Ball Activity during the summer vacation   updated at May 12, 2024   6,858   In preparation for joining the basketball team at Northwood High School during the summer vacation,a mandatory health report was required by the school,aimed at ensuring the well-being of participants and being ready for any unexpected injuries during spor...

Sand, Sea, and a Splash of Fun at Newport Beach: A Family Adventure   updated at Sep 28, 2024   6,871   Ah,Newport Beach,the hub of coolness in California! Picture this: sun-kissed sands,waves serenading,and a whole lot of beachy excitement.This is where the adventure begins!."The ocean stirs the heart,inspires the imagination,and brings eternal joy to the s...

Harmonies in the Halls: Music Concert at Northwood High School   created at May 18, 2022   6,834   The evening air at Northwood High School is filled with anticipation as students,teachers,and families gather for a night of musical enchantment.The stage is set,the lights dim,and the first notes reverberate through the auditorium,signaling the start of a...

The Day I Woke Up a Little Late   updated at Sep 22, 2024   6,929   One morning,as beams of sunlight teased their way through my curtains,I was jolted awake by the realization that I had overslept.Panic took over as I scrambled to dress,my thoughts tangled in the possible repercussions of my lateness.The school day awaited...

COSMOS - California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science   created at Apr 08, 2022   6,854   COSMOS (The California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science) is a 4-week program for talented high school students hosted by the University of California, Irvine. COSMOS students apply to a specific “cluster”, with each cluster addressing adva...