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From Zimbabwe to MIT: Vivian Chinoda's Academic Journey Through Admissions, Choices, and Challenges
There's a palpable electricity in the air when you step onto a college campus, a mix of anticipation and trepidation, knowing the choices you make here could shape your entire future. It's a sentiment Vivian Chinoda knows well, a junior at MIT whose own academic odyssey took her from the sun-scorched classrooms of Zimbabwe to the hallowed halls of Cambridge, Massachusetts. Our conversation with Vivian takes us through the labyrinth of college admissions and the critical impact of personal essays.
As the narrative unfolds, we wade through the emotional decision-making process of selecting the right academic path, from the allure of top-tier STEM schools to the enchanting prospect of liberal arts education. We reminisce about high school years in Zimbabwe, where restrictive education structures clashed with the pioneering spirit of students like Vivian. Her shift from computer science to business analytics echoes the transformative power of educational systems that champion exploration over premature specialization, fostering a culture that doesn't confine but liberates young minds to discover their true passions.
Amid the rigorous academic demands of places like MIT, the metaphor 'drinking water from a fire hose' paints an apt picture of the intensity and high-pressure environment students face. In this episode, we pull back the curtain to reveal the delicate art of balancing a plethora of interests, the necessity of community as a lifeline, and the very real specter of student burnout. Vivian's story, interwoven with discussions about mental endurance and the importance of a strong support system, offers a raw and honest look at the academic world-a world that demands as much care for the mind as it does intellectual rigor.
00:00 Choosing School & College Admissions
04:20 Exploring Academic Paths and Extracurricular Pursuits
13:57 Mental Endurance in Different Settings
25:28 Subject Selection Challenges
34:38 Inspirations and Role Models
39:25 Building an African Utopia and Entering MIT
50:06 Building Community in High Pressure Environment
56:40 Finding Paradise Amidst Burnout at MIT
It is with great pleasure that I present to you the first iteration of my new series - Nesu Connects!
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Hours Before The Midterm - MIT Cinematic Vlog
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My best work yet! Exciting stuff coming soon. 🎥 Take a peek into a day in the life of an MIT Artificial Intelligence major as I navigate the intense countdown to my Natural Language Processing exam! This is a cinematic journey from Sunday morning to the big test on Tuesday. 📚 Listen to my new single ➡️ linktr.ee/nesunhamo Timestampsssssss: 0:00 Intro - Brunch & study 0:47 Talk to fam & chill 1:...
Day in the Life of an MIT Computer Science Student - SUMMER EDITION
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This is a follow up video to my initial Day in the Life of an MIT Student video brought to you by MIT Admissions. Join me as I bike around Boston, code, and speak to friends! We thought it would be great to show how different summer days can be to school days :) Follow me on Instagram: nesunhamo Musician from Berklee Chrysalis: ua-cam.com/video/U-H_XX_dZdQ/v-deo.html Franklin's C...
My UNIVERSITY Desk Setup 2022
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A quick look at my college desk setup in my MIT dorm room. Almost a vlog and almost a tech review but not really either haha xD. Hope you enjoy the little light show at the end! Follow me on Instagram: nesunhamo Timestamps: 0:00 Pre-intro 0:22 Intro 0:36 First Look 1:02 Desk 1:15 Laptop 1:36 Mouse 1:53 Keyboard 2:10 Monitor 2:30 Peripherals 4:01 Thoughts? 4:30 BONUS: Light Show M...
My First Semester at MIT Was INSANE!
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This is my best attempt at summarising a full semester in an engaging 8 minute video. Hope you enjoy it! Follow me on Instagram: nesunhamo Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:30 Day 1/Orientation 1:14 Rush Week 1:43 Academics 4:16 Work? Kinda 5:51 Class President? 7:06 Outro? 7:43 Actual Outro My gear: (As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases) Desk Light: amzn.to/3CEvNgc Zhi...
Day in the Life of an MIT Computer Science Student
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I'm one of the content creators for MIT admissions this year and my first project was a "Day in the Life at MIT" video. I figured this would be a great time to start a UA-cam channel so here we go! This video shows a good amount of MIT's campus and shows what an MIT freshman's day MIGHT look like, hope you enjoy it! Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:50 Morning 1:18 Going to First Class 2:45 Time to Eat ...

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  • @Elias_Halloran
    @Elias_Halloran 7 днів тому

    nice vibe cool diversity great video

  • @user-ur1co3ws9z
    @user-ur1co3ws9z 12 днів тому

    i dont want to waatch Mit cse student life vlog without cs class

  • @user-ee6gp5gv5l
    @user-ee6gp5gv5l Місяць тому

    lol your intro is funny...why not start it at 1:26 A.M.? haha time jokes You started near top of the morning!

  • @traceymatewe8525
    @traceymatewe8525 Місяць тому

    You are shining Nesu

  • @nurbekthe
    @nurbekthe Місяць тому

    How much do you pay for your room man?

  • @twintek1099
    @twintek1099 2 місяці тому

    Any tips to get in as an International Student (Brit)?

  • @twintek1099
    @twintek1099 2 місяці тому

    Is the less of division of the year groups like in high school? Because I always see older people interacting with younger people in these vids. Is there more of that in college, in general?

  • @twintek1099
    @twintek1099 2 місяці тому

    Wait... you have roommates? Is that like optional or...

  • @twintek1099
    @twintek1099 2 місяці тому

    As someone who is repulsed by the smell of bananas and physically like can't even be in the vicinity of bananas... this is making me rethink me aspirations xD

  • @twintek1099
    @twintek1099 2 місяці тому

    Question... during the summer and weekends, do people hang out on the fields and shit like in the movies? Or is everyone a tad to deep in their MIT coursework?

  • @twintek1099
    @twintek1099 2 місяці тому

    MIT is my dream school... however the admissions rate scares me ngl xD, and it's even worse as a non-American. It's not like having to be top 4% out of everyone... you have to be top 4% out of a group of geniuses who all deserve to go there.

  • @libongokula6009
    @libongokula6009 2 місяці тому

    are you South African?

  • @dagmawitdag21
    @dagmawitdag21 2 місяці тому

    👏

  • @omarq1746
    @omarq1746 2 місяці тому

    have u met tim berenr lee??????

  • @fukeustudios6040
    @fukeustudios6040 2 місяці тому

    hmm sanitizer and tissue.....moisturizers r better...

  • @angelphalane399
    @angelphalane399 2 місяці тому

    Thoroughly enjoyed this podcast🌻 Love from RSA

  • @sujatathakur7511
    @sujatathakur7511 2 місяці тому

    Brother, you could tell how you got into MIT and how you got everyone's dream branch CSE. What achievements have you had since childhood and what would you prefer an International student to do for the same, CSE from MIT is my Aim.

  • @blessingsnyder9793
    @blessingsnyder9793 2 місяці тому

    You is so polite and very genuine, have a very soft spoken voice and have a very good sense of style, and I love it❤️ May God continue to bless you❤️❤️

  • @user-rc3ti1mn2t
    @user-rc3ti1mn2t 2 місяці тому

    原来你也玩原神❤

  • @Jose48007
    @Jose48007 3 місяці тому

    Bruh, what's the name of the beat used in the begining of the video. That's nice. And congrats for your video, it was so cool

  • @aryanmukherjee5659
    @aryanmukherjee5659 3 місяці тому

    i cant get over it ... the most spiderman-y vibe ever

  • @otitodilichukwuchukwuka5554
    @otitodilichukwuchukwuka5554 3 місяці тому

    Bro I love the quality and content. Keep up the good work

  • @otitodilichukwuchukwuka5554
    @otitodilichukwuchukwuka5554 3 місяці тому

    Loved this. Great video quality too

  • @antoniacelestin8350
    @antoniacelestin8350 3 місяці тому

    Enjoyed

  • @RakeshSingh-lj4hh
    @RakeshSingh-lj4hh 3 місяці тому

    race hire

  • @memorybvungo4594
    @memorybvungo4594 3 місяці тому

    Vivvvvv🥺❤️

  • @user-yr8rc5hq9d
    @user-yr8rc5hq9d 3 місяці тому

    from your experience does racism live there just a doubt

  • @angelnicolev.iniego4253
    @angelnicolev.iniego4253 3 місяці тому

    This piece of art is wholesome! <3

  • @eshwanthkartitr6711
    @eshwanthkartitr6711 3 місяці тому

    4:00 really didn't need the jump scare 😝😝

  • @cherrywilliams3203
    @cherrywilliams3203 3 місяці тому

    @NesuNhamo how do i contact you?

  • @user-yr8rc5hq9d
    @user-yr8rc5hq9d 4 місяці тому

    I am dreaming of becoming an MIT student but my cousin run a travel company and when i discussed with him he said that the raicism is quite popular there as an indian dark skinned boy i ask you that does you had any experience or let me know that is true. i will be very thankfull if reply in a satisfactory tone

  • @cherrywilliams3203
    @cherrywilliams3203 4 місяці тому

    @NesuNhamo How do i reach you bro

  • @takudzwamashamba7453
    @takudzwamashamba7453 4 місяці тому

    Nesu you doing good! You got the natural talent to make conversation and I’m sure you can make it work for you

  • @akkivlogsdelhiuniversityno9361
    @akkivlogsdelhiuniversityno9361 4 місяці тому

    Good

  • @beastnighttv
    @beastnighttv 4 місяці тому

    Woah amazing stuff Nesu! I am loving that you are doing more and more videos :)

  • @aleksgornik
    @aleksgornik 4 місяці тому

    great vid bro

  • @MaxiAttiogbe
    @MaxiAttiogbe 4 місяці тому

    Very insightful video Nesu!

  • @user-qx8dg2hj2x
    @user-qx8dg2hj2x 4 місяці тому

    Where you from

  • @delsmeyer
    @delsmeyer 4 місяці тому

    👏👏proud of you 😊I like to follow your steps can you please let us know how we can also get to MIT. Thanks bro❤

  • @EddyOgola
    @EddyOgola 4 місяці тому

    fire

  • @KingTine724
    @KingTine724 4 місяці тому

    Yeah, as a science major, you are considered smart so you take all of those classes including the sciences, arts, and commercials.

  • @startingover7217
    @startingover7217 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for this informative video. The high school curriculum in Zimbabwe seems intense. You guys are hard-working. Well done! 🎉

  • @estherbradley3218
    @estherbradley3218 4 місяці тому

    As an African-American this was really refreshing to hear and learn about the different African educational systems. It was very informative hearing about you guys’ journey to MIT and your journeys at MIT.

  • @yusepe1067
    @yusepe1067 4 місяці тому

    How tall are you???

  • @rogermckenzie6847
    @rogermckenzie6847 4 місяці тому

    NESU really blessed us with a 1 hour+ video and a new video format. 🙏

  • @krxfly4215
    @krxfly4215 4 місяці тому

    Can you make a video on how you use your Ipad? I have one but I have no idea how to use it

  • @krxfly4215
    @krxfly4215 4 місяці тому

    Glow up lmao you've change so much from the first video i saw of you a year ago good job icl

  • @edouardferet4616
    @edouardferet4616 5 місяців тому

    is your friend Jean French ? im sure i recognized his french accent

  • @user-mm5zz8qy2p
    @user-mm5zz8qy2p 5 місяців тому

    HEY are u from ZIMBABWE

  • @mhz.119
    @mhz.119 5 місяців тому

    ❤❤❤