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Surviving Finals: A Love Letter to My Friends
Finals are really tough. This is how I got through them.
A Smattering of Thoughts I've Had Since December 18th
December 18th being the day I came home. My feelings on winter term, David Bowie, and turning 20.
Winter in California: Burritos and Ending Social Isolation
Winter Term is what you make it! For me, it's all about going out into the world and taking risks - and I love it.
X-Men: The Unexpected Virtue of Influence
I've only attempted this daring stunt once before, and that quickly faded into obscurity. Before I started working on this story, the longest piece I had ever written for the screen was a teleplay of 40 pages or so. In comparison, feature-lengths are at least 90 pages, give or take, so I knew this project would keep me busy during my birthday month.
How to Survive Audition Season
A few words for prospective conservatory students on how to succeed at your Oberlin audition.
Being Productive During Winter Term, Part 1
The first part of my productivity reflection for Winter Term, a part of the year that feels ... well, different!
A Farewell to Home
Time marches on, circumstances change, and suddenly home isn't home anymore...
Hosting an International Friend for the Holidays
This winter break, I had the wonderful opportunity of being able to host my fellow Oberlin friend, Jenny, from China.
Oberlin and Social Justice ("Warriors")
Oberlin has been in the news a lot recently. Oberlin students have been portrayed as "oversensitive." But are they?
Kindness in Filmmaking and Beyond
To me kindness is an important thing to exercise because it's an expression of mindfulness, mindfulness in the sense that it's the recognition of another's personhood.