Chapter 758

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Every year, the National BioOlympics rolls around, and it's a big deal on campus. It's like the Olympics, but for biology nerds. Three years ago, it got added to the Aegis Higher Education Alliance's list, which is basically the Ivy League of academic competitions. It's now officially recognized by the Department of Education, making it the most prestigious national competition for undergrad biology students.

The competition is split into two main categories: scientific inquiry and innovation/entrepreneurship. It's designed to test students' creativity and research

skills.

Of course, Roseanne is definitely in. The minute the news dropped, Mamie and Scales were practically jumping out of their seats. After all, the bonus points they could earn for their end-of-term grades were pretty tempting.

Not everyone can ace their courses like Roseanne, who managed to score perfect marks in five out of eight classes and no less than 95 in the others. Mamie scored an 85 in her finals, but thanks to some academic contributions and a published paper, she boosted her GPA to a perfect 4.0, translating to an average of 90. Scales ended up with a 4.2 GPA, averaging out to a 92. They both loved the taste of those extra points and weren't about to pass up this opportunity.

As for Roseanne, well, she's in it for the challenge. The extra points? Just a bonus.

Mamie just sighed, "Well, that's a bit discouraging."

Scales grinned sheepishly, "Guess I'm just shallow."

They were all eager to dive in, and Edna's team was buzzing with excitement too. Hertha's eyes were practically sparkling, while Sybil was relieved. She hadn't published any papers yet, but winning a national competition could certainly reinforce her reputation as a genius.

After the weekly meeting ended, everyone scattered, chatting in small groups about the upcoming competition. The next day, Sue, Joe, and Lin officially submitted their entry forms. While registering, Roseanne happened to catch a glimpse of Edna's team list. She was surprised to see Carlson's name there, though Sybil was listed as the project leader, and Carlson was just a team member.

It made sense, though. Carlson was in his third year of grad school and didn't need to participate in these competitions. He was probably just acting as an advisor. Still, letting Sybil lead?

Roseanne clicked her tongue.

Mamie noticed and turned to her, "What's up, Roseanne?"

"Nothing, just a bit reflective."

"Reflective about what?"

"Sometimes hard work doesn't pay off the way you expect. You might just end up setting the stage for someone else."

If Carlson didn't want to step up, no one could really help him.

...

In the administration building, Hertha stormed into Edna's office, the door crashing

against the wall with a loud bang.

"Do you really think I won't report you, Edna?!"

Edna wasn't one to back down

either.

Ever since she figured

Hertha's bluff, she knew

all bark and no bite. Cone outer

was

belongs

"What are you doing barging in here? You think you can just come in and throw a

tantrum?"

Hertha

her chin

her arms and lifted

metly. "Why did you

make Sybil the project

makes her qualified et

Edna smirked, swatting Hertha's pointing finger away. "And who else should I

pick? You? Don't make me laugh."

"You"

"Have you published any papers? Produced any noteworthy work?

people to actually respe neemt o be a leader, you need t

you."