Happy New Year
Break is over and I am back in school! I can't say that I really need to get back into the school mode because I…
Choosing what you want out of the new year
When I haven’t been watching college football games with my dad or shows on Netflix I’ve been thinking about the new year and what I…
Week 8: YouTube Live Chats with College Partners
This week, I’m First! and Strive for College hosted its 5th chat in a two month long series of YouTube Live Chats with College Partners.…
Experimentation with Labs
If I were to describe myself, the first quality that comes to mind is introvert. While I am very open with my friends, getting to…
3rd Semester Down, College Can Still Be a Puzzle to Navigate
So I am writing this from the comfort of my house, now that finals have concluded. I could not help thinking something on my way…
Light at the End of the Tunnel
Around this time of the year, a lot of high school seniors are probably working on finishing or still stressing about the college application process.…
Week 7: YouTube Live Chats with College Partners
This week, I’m First! and Strive for College hosted its 6th chat in a two month long series of YouTube Live Chats with College Partners.…
Planning vs. Spontaneity: The Graduating Mindset
As far back as my mind can remember, I’ve always known what the future would hold to a certain extent. I knew in kindergarten that…
Fight the good fight
The idea of your first round of college finals can be daunting, I know. You’ve only just gotten your foot in the door and you’re…
Should I Read This?
Over Thanksgiving Break, my friend offered me her book, The Defining Decade: Why Your Twenties Matter-- And How to Make the Most of Them Now…
Holidays Here I Come!
With finals almost over, I cannot wait to actually appreciate the holidays! Christmas is one of my favorite holidays and it always makes me so…
The Importance of Staying on Track
As the end of this semester is drawing to a close, I reflect on the beginning of the semester and realize that it really did…
Week 6: YouTube Live Chats with College Partners
This week, I’m First! and Strive for College hosted its 6th chat in a two month long series of YouTube Live Chats with College Partners.…
Push Through Finals by Taking Care of Yourself
Relax. The best advice I have to survive finals is to relax and stay calm. The majority of colleges, if not all, allot an amount…
Mentors – Priceless Relationships
Have you ever had the pleasure to meet extraordinary people? People who are not only concerned about their lives, but also care about helping others?…
My Experience with Final Exams
Howdy, If you are someone who is worried about the about the academic rigor in college, I can tell you first hand this feeling is…
How to cope with stresses in life?
Hi guys! How are you? I hope you're doing well. If not, I hope you feel better after you read this. I just wanted to share…
Week 5: YouTube Live Chats with College Partners
This week, I’m First! and Strive for College hosted its 5th chat in a two month long series of YouTube Live Chats with College Partners.…
Week 4: YouTube Live Chats with College Partners
This week, I’m First! and Strive for College hosted its 4th chat in a two month long series of YouTube Live Chats with College Partners.…