Decisions are coming… Game of Groans
It’s a bit surreal to think that one click controls the direction your life will take, sending you to either soaring in ecstasy to your…
White Privilege and Illinois Wesleyan University
As a senior Sociology student here at Illinois Wesleyan, we’re tasked with completing a senior project of our choice and I’ve chosen to explore the…
Thinking in the Present: Mafia & Habitat for Humanity
I open my eyes and cringe as I try to adjust to the light. Another one's been murdered... As I gaze around at the circle…
Don't worry about rejection strive for perfection
As the snow of winter begins to fade, millions of high school seniors across the country are expressing joy and sorrow about college decisions. March…
Spring Break '15!
Hi guys! I am writing this blog to share with you some of the things that I did over my spring break. As a college…
The Essentials of Life
Hello Fellow Bloggers, First Gen Students, and First Gen Allies, This is the first in a very long time that I have decided to post…
The one where it seems like I know what I'm talking about
College is sort of like a roller coaster. A roller coaster with unexpected ups and downs. Let me tell you, my Sophomore year of college…
Tailoring Your College Experience
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Before you even get to college, it is important to think about what…
#FirstGenOfficeHour Recap: What's In A Fly-in Program?
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Preparing for College with AP: Why It Matters, and Why It’s Personal
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. I'm passionate about every part of the College Board's Access to Opportunity work,…
Twitter Office Hour: What's In A Fly-In Program?
Join us for our monthly Twitter Office Hour. On Thursday, March 5th at 7pm EST, we’re inviting first-generation college students, those who aspire to be, and…
Hangout Recap: Turn Down Money for What?: The Scholarship Search
You may have completed your FAFSA but that doesn’t mean that the quest for finding money for college should end. Now it’s time…
The Power to Choose
Swamped. That's how I feel right now. My first late blog post... I was hoping it wouldn't have to come to this. Basically for the…
Friends or Not Friends?
When you first get to college you are mostly by yourself. After one month of being at college you have meet new people that you consider…
Turn Down Money For What?: The Scholarship Search!
You may have completed your FAFSA but that doesn't mean that the quest for finding money for college should end. Now it's time to…
On obsessions
When I was 16, I was obsessed with many things. There was a navy blue throw pillow that I hugged every single night and I…
Fun Times in College
College has been the best time of my life. I am currently a sophomore at Northern Arizona University and it’s been amazing. College is definitely…
