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Nesu Nhamo
United States
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 18 ธ.ค. 2019
Hi, my name is Nesu Nhamo. I'm studying Computer Science and Engineering at MIT and I'm passionate about tech, startups and anime. If you're interested in any of those, a sub would be truly appreciated! :)
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!
linktr.ee/nesunhamo
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!
linktr.ee/nesunhamo
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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: th-cam.com/video/U-H_XX_dZdQ/w-d-xo.html Franklin's ...
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 TH-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 ...
boring AF😊😊
Hey man, youre videos are great. Id love for you to continue making more videos. Whether it be your admission's process or more days in your life, finding internships, side projects, how people from 3rd world countries can also get into schools like this. There are countless things you can make a video on, and you have a cool personality to go with it. So please dude keep up the good content and continue uploading.
Hello !! I watched this video. I am wondering one thing. How were you accepted to MIT. 'Cause this is very hard. What kind of project did you do ?
Ohhhh demetriii….
Wow Class of 2012 here, many thanks for sharing this. I miss all of these!! Infinite Corridor, Student Center, 18.01
can you tell us that what did you do as your extracurricular activity. thank you❤
Best Programming Language?
You making me want to transfer now....
Before mit which study you persuade?
The sound coming from the vedio including music is terribly bad
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Watching in August 2024, hope you are doing good man
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farand Hi
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Hello, can I contact you?
We wear the exact same specs bro . Give me high five 🙌
How many classes a day ?
my dream school so proud of you brooo hope I’ll get into MIT too
Hey friend how school really i love to come over there
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nice vibe cool diversity great video
i dont want to waatch Mit cse student life vlog without cs class
lol your intro is funny...why not start it at 1:26 A.M.? haha time jokes You started near top of the morning!
You are shining Nesu
How much do you pay for your room man?
Any tips to get in as an International Student (Brit)?
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?
Wait... you have roommates? Is that like optional or...
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
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?
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.
are you South African?
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have u met tim berenr lee??????
hmm sanitizer and tissue.....moisturizers r better...
Thoroughly enjoyed this podcast🌻 Love from RSA
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.
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❤️❤️
原来你也玩原神❤
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
i cant get over it ... the most spiderman-y vibe ever
Bro I love the quality and content. Keep up the good work
Loved this. Great video quality too
Enjoyed
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Vivvvvv🥺❤️
from your experience does racism live there just a doubt
This piece of art is wholesome! <3