Imposter Sydrome

When I got to campus, many students talked about “Imposter Syndrome”  and their experience with it throughout their time here. So as someone who had not heard that term before, I did not know what it was and how that could apply to me. “Imposter...

“You’re Too Intense”

My advisor worriedly looks at me and says, “Many second years are just beginning to think about a field of study. Have you thought at all about what you want to major in?” Just beginning to think about what they want to major in? Seriously? Has no one else been...

Thanksgiving: Let’s Break for a Meal(s)

I think this semester has been my best one yet! All of my classes (just about) are extremely interesting and have kept my attention consistently over the course of the semester – which is usually not the case. Also, I feel like I’m finally a part of some great...

Thinking about Thanking

As the semester comes to a close, it is very easy to forget how fortunate one may be. I know personally, I have a lot of things to be thankful for! I also know firsthand how it can be very easy to allow daily stresses take over your mind and make you forget the...

What I'm Thankful For

Hey everyone. Check out my blog as I discuss what I’m thankful for. I also share information on staying positive and persevering. Enjoy!

A Tribute to the First-Generation College Student Identity

Over the course of these past three years, I have realized that what I am most thankful for is being a first-generation college student. Being the first in my family to attend college has motivated me far more than anything else to achieve my goals in life. Although...