2023-2024

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Meet the Members of Olin's Society of Women Engineers (SWE!)

September 13, 2023 - 11:59AM EDT |

Here at Olin, we have clubs as far as the eye can see! Everything ranging from our incredibly popular Olin Fire Arts Club (their performances are FIRE, check them out at their YouTube Channel) to our Rocketry project team that competes nationally. One important organization on campus is our active and inclusive Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Chapter. SWE provides Olin students- (of all genders)- who are interested in promoting women in engineering, with professional development opportunities and mentorship.

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Extra, Extra Extracurriculars!

September 11, 2023 - 9:46AM EDT | Jenna Green

Starting is the hardest part. I know it sounds cliché, but it is true. Whether it is starting a new job, getting yourself to go to the gym, or in this case getting started with your college applications. Olin College’s Office of Admission and Financial Aid is here to help you through each step of the dreaded “blank page syndrome.” This post will be walking you through the “Activities” section of the Common Application.

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Tips on Starting your College Application!

August 23, 2023 - 1:54PM EDT | Susan Brisson

While the temperatures are still summerish here in Needham, the Olin Class of 2027 has arrived on campus, and fall is in the air!  You can keep your sweaters packed away for a few more weeks, but I would strongly encourage you to begin thinking about your college applications (like you haven’t been thinking about them all summer, I’m sure!). The first step in any big endeavor is always the hardest one to take, so with that, I have a few tips to help you start your college applications.

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