…try to go to a party and end up networking.
TRY TO GO TO A PARTY AND END UP NETWORKING.
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Remember those Friday nights? You finally finished that paper, survived another week of lectures, and all you wanted was to blow off some steam. A proper party. Music, friends, zero academic pressure. You walk in, grab a drink, ready to forget about deadlines and internships for a few glorious hours.
Then it happens. Someone asks, “So, what are you working on these days?” Or, “Any interesting summer plans lined up?” Before you know it, the casual chat about the terrible cafeteria food morphs into a detailed breakdown of your capstone project, your startup idea, or your post-graduation ambitions. Hands are shaken, LinkedIn profiles are exchanged, and suddenly, what began as a quest for mindless fun has transformed into an unofficial career fair.
It’s the quintessential "Ivy" experience, isn't it? The lines blur between social life and professional advancement. Even our attempts at pure leisure often loop back to ambition and opportunity. It’s part of the fabric of our unique event culture, where overcommitment isn't just about classes, but about maximizing every single interaction. We laugh about it, but deep down, we all recognize that subtle shift from "let's chill" to "let's connect." It’s a testament to the driven spirit that defines us, for better or worse.
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