Category: Undergrad

Undergrad

My Research Trip to Germany

A women spinning around on a cobblestone path in front of a arched structure

Gracie DeLaBruere is a senior psychology major at Clarkson University with a concentration in health psychology, and is on a pre-physical therapy track. She is also part of the Honors Program. This past summer, she traveled to Germany with several other students and her professor to continue their research work in partnership with the Max …

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Why Clarkson’s Computer Science Program was Right for Me

Hi! My name is Peter-John King. I recently graduated from Clarkson after double majoring in computer science and data science. I was also in the Honors Program. I was born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica. Why Computer Science I had initially chosen to pursue computer science because I loved coding in high school. The main …

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Why Biomolecular Science?

Devaun Baker, a Clarkson University student posing in front of the Price Hall building.

We recently sat down with DeVaun Baker, a sophomore Biomolecular Science major, to talk about the program and what to expect! How and why did you choose Biomolecular Science here at Clarkson? I really enjoy science, and want to go off to medical school to become a psychiatrist. While I really enjoy learning about psychology, …

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Why Choose Psychology at Clarkson University

Clarkson student Robert Viera poses in the woods

Hello everyone! My name is Robert Viera ’23 and I’m from Ware, Massachusetts. I’m an undergraduate psychology major here at Clarkson University. If you are a prospective student considering Clarkson or a current Clarkson student thinking about changing your major, I hope this blog can be of use to you! Today I’ll be sharing with …

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Five Reasons I Love Clarkson University’s Math Department

Hello! My name is Kyle Monette ’22, and I recently graduated from Clarkson with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics. Being in a pretty small department, I wanted to share with you some reasons why I love the math department here and why I chose to study math in the first place. So let’s dive right …

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Elevating My Passions with Political Science

Three people with their heads sticking out of a square photo frame cut out with the words Salmon hand painted on it.

Hello, I am Celia Darling, a junior here at Clarkson. I am studying Political Science with minors in Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, and Anthropology. In the 2+ years, I’ve spent here, I’ve been able to experience so many unique and awesome opportunities that are related to my passions. Not only have I been able to …

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What to Expect: Orientation and Convocation for First-Year Students

The Golden Knight with a thumbs up standing on cheel lawn with the student center in the background

Orientation for students who are new to the Clarkson Family is a new and exciting experience. There are a lot of opportunities to meet new people, explore a new campus and local community, and so much to learn about Clarkson as well as your area of study. Orientation for new students is designed to be …

Undergrad

A Golden Knight’s Guide to Your First Hockey Game

Clarkson Students at Cheel Arena cheering at a Men's hockey game vs SLU

It is no surprise that the Clarkson Golden Knight Hockey team has a very large presence on campus. For the majority of the year, every weekend is spent packed inside the Cheel arena cheering on the teams. Before coming to Clarkson, many students have never been to a hockey game or not one on the …

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10 Pieces of Advice for a First-Year Student

Going into your first year of college is a big step, and may seem daunting, but everyone who is here had to take that first step into their first year just like you! My name is Cassidy Marshall and I am a Communication, and Media Design major with a New Product Development and Marketing minor. …

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Tips For Move-In Day

New Clarkson students move their personal items in to their residence halls during move in weekend

Move-In Day can be full of chaos, stress, and emotions. Planning for this day with the appropriate tips can reduce the stress and amp up the excitement! Here is a list of what to do before and during Move-In Day! Before Move-In Day: Making Move-In Day a Breeze: