What Are People Doing Sophomore Fall to Stay Competitive for 27 SA?

For students targeting 27 SA, what are you prioritizing during sophomore fall? GPA, clubs, finance competitions, internships, networking? Feels like there’s a lot to juggle and not all of it actually moves the needle.

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