Reminiscing for a Better Future
My first semester in college was definitely not what I expected! My social life had its ups and downs throughout the semester. Since I was…
Twenty Twelve
Happy New Year!!! I cannot believe it is 2012 already! 2011 flew by, especially my first semester of college. My first semester of college went…
Defying Gravity
Despite all the suspense, hopelessness and stress that plagued the earlier half of 2011; the year ended well, granting me admission into one of the…
New Year… New Me
Considering that I am starting the second semester of my junior year, there are many things that I should have in order by now. These…
Winter Term, 2012.
If you have read my posts from last year, you probably remember how winter term was a really rough time in terms of academics. Despite…
Not an Empty Promise
The New Year is the best time to reflect on the many challenges and successes you had throughout 2011. But more importantly, it’s the perfect…
Welcoming 2012!
Welcoming 2012! First thing first, happy new year! It’s hard to believe that my first college semester is over and done with! My first college…
1/8 DONE. Just 7/8 Left…
DONE. First semester of college is finally over! I never thought that I would get into college; so finishing the first semester is such an…
What's Up, 2012?
What’s Up, 2012? Bill Vaughn once said, “An optimist stays up until midnight to see the New Year in. A pessimist stays up to make…
Sometimes you just don't get it…
Happy New Year everyone! It's been a wonderful and challenging semester for me. I hope it's been all good for you. This semester...was a struggle.…
Three.. Two.. One.. HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!
As the New Year approaches the world, many are celebrating with family, friends, religious organizations or their cat, Leonard Yams. One thing is for sure,…
Consider the following…Student Diversity.
As the acceptance letters start rolling in, the pressure to make a decision can be a bit overwhelming. The next chapter of your life will…
Around the World in (1)80 Days!
In the early summer of 2011, I watched my Little Brother proudly toss his graduation cap into the sunny San Diego sky. As he walked across…
Closer To Your Dreams- Paris
I love movies- I’ve been a film connoisseur since my earliest memories. I remember watching the Lion King and commenting on the director’s techniques in…
My First Time in Rome, Italy
Rome, Italy… One of the places I’ve dreamed of going since the first time we learned about its epic history in elementary school. I remember…
Advice To College Counselors
The role of the college counselor during a student's college process is one of extreme importance. I can honestly say that I probably would not…
Three things CSO has given to me
In the following video blog, Joseph Dingman acknowledges how CSO has helped him financially, provided him with recognition, and allowed him to think introspectively about…
Little things add up
It’s incredible how quickly the little things add up—it seems like I am always in need of another textbook or more school supplies. The CSO…
CSO Blog: What it means to me
Nahomi Velasquez does a heartfelt video blog about what CSO and winning the Opportunity Scholarship means to her.
A Message from CSO's Executive Director
Center for Student Opportunity's Executive Director Matt Rubinoff takes a moment toreflect on the first six years of CSO, thank all those who support the…