Another Mardi Gras in New Orleans
Hours: 8 Hi again! February in New Orleans is unlike any other month in the city. As an undergraduate, Mardi Gras was one one of the many things to look forward to in the spring semester. This time around was no different however for other reasons. Over time, I have realized which parades I actually enjoy and so I was able to see a few of those. These include Muses, Endymion, and Rex. However, I also know that I need to relax during this time so I was also able to enjoy nights in and spend some time to myself to destress and prepare for the rest of the semester in this master's program and dedicate more time to MCAT prep. In terms of my community service this month, I am excited to have been able to continue with Ochsner and help patients during the festival time. My role as a volunteer has not since changed but I saw the impact that the carnival season had on patients who were experiencing health issues. They were either nervous that they would not be able to travel outside the