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Old 06-25-2009 at 09:13 AM   #15
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Hey!! Just letting you guys know that this thread is really helpful and I truly appreciate you guys taking the time to make this =) Can't waaait for Mac Eng next year!!!

P.S Is it doable/advisable to join a few clubs and be a varsity athelete while engineering? I know the workload will be tough but I'm definitely trying out for varsity next year and I just love being involved =)

I know people who have done varsity athletics with engineering, and they have pretty normal, balanced lives. Honestly, I found that being involved in other things during second year brought up my grades because I was forced to manage my time better, as opposed to my first year, when I chose to concentrate solely on school.

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I know people who have done varsity athletics with engineering, and they have pretty normal, balanced lives. Honestly, I found that being involved in other things during second year brought up my grades because I was forced to manage my time better, as opposed to my first year, when I chose to concentrate solely on school.
Plus it's always nice to have an activity that reduces stress. Sports/Exercise is the most common I think.
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Thanks guys! I will definitely all those suggestions in mind =)...now I'll just have to worry about making the team lol
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