by Melissa Cotignola | March 10, 2014
Studying abroad is often regarded as one of the most life-changing experiences that a college student can have. Experiencing a new culture firsthand can transform a student’s worldview, and help him or her gain a deeper understanding of American culture as well. The...
by Alexa Rodriguez, Wellesley College , '17 | March 10, 2014
Let me tell you, midterms week is one hell of a week. ….But I survived them, so it’s definitely within the realm of possible. Typically professors space out their exams around the same schedule. So you can expect to be attacked with midterm after midterm...
by Cipriano Vargas | March 5, 2014
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Part of my motivation for pursuing a college degree is the opportunity to give back to the community that has given me so much. This has also been a crucial factor in the...
by Krista D'Amelio | March 4, 2014
Click here to view the March Opportunity Knocks newsletter featuring Summer Bridge & Orientation opportunities at: Amherst College, Amherst, MA, Access to Amherst Brown University, Providence, RI, Fall Pre-Orientation Programs College of Charleston, Charleston,...
by Melissa Cotignola | March 4, 2014
In their article, “From First Gen Student to First Gen Grad Student,” Alicia Peaker and Katie Shives discuss their experience in going from first generation college students to first generation graduate students, (or “FGGS”). While many of the challenges are...
