by Chris Flores, Williams College, '26 | March 26, 2023
As an old TikTok goes, “the height of luxury is drinking three liquids at once… one for fun, one for hydration, and one for energy”. But instead of luxury, imagine midterm season. I must admit that this round was more challenging than last semester for a variety...
by Malajah Johnson, Thiel College , '23 | March 24, 2023
Being a first-generation college student is far from easy. There are many challenges and obstacles that many first-generation students, including me, had to overcome while being a college student. Even though being a first-generation college student can be challenging...
by Jezabell DeJesus, Montclair State University, '26 | March 24, 2023
As a first year, Spring Break was earlier than what I was used to. Also, it was harder to come back from Spring Break because it felt so short! So when classes started up again, I became overwhelmed quickly. I am getting back on my feet as I remember to take breaks...
by Elizabeth Bahar, St. Francis College , '24 | March 10, 2023
Balancing being a student and working can be challenging at times, especially if you are first generation and must learn the college lifestyle on your own while still supporting yourself and/or your family financially. When I initially attended college, it was a...
by Elizabeth Bahar, St. Francis College , '24 | March 10, 2023
I had no notion when I entered college as a first-year student that my future would become what it is now. Even in high school, I was the type of student who would go to class and then leave as soon as the bell rang and the class was dismissed. But today I am...
