<p>Bah–the session timed out while I was trying to retype the post. Sorry about the previous message.</p>
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<p>Don’t be intimidated by the academic rigor! You will need to develop time-management skills, but the average Wellesley student has finely honed procrastination skills. You’ll quickly learn the difference between necessary reading and useful reading (which can often be skimmed or sometimes even eliminated). You’ll be taking non-English department classes, too, which will help to balance out the types of work you’re accomplishing. </p>
<p>Any extra-curricular activities will take time and energy. The choir meets twice a week for 1.5-2 hours each time, with extra rehearsals during the week before concerts. Tours also take more time and preparation, but the group travels to some great destinations. We went to Montreal, England and Wales, California (in January!), and the southern coastal states while I was there, and the group went to Spain shortly after I graduated. They went to Florida over spring break and just got back a few days ago. The point: there’s a significant time investment, but it’s a rewarding experience with opportunities for travel and collaboration.</p>
<p>I was never in any of the a cappella groups, but my understanding is that the time commitment is similar but with less (or no) touring. The variety of groups gives you a chance to decide what you’re really looking for.</p>