Elizabeth Bahar

Burnout and Senioritis Season!

As first-generation students, we are always under pressure to do well in school and eventually graduate. Senioritis and burnout are not uncommon in students  (particularly at the end of a semester). Senioritis manifests itself as a lack of ambition, low academic...

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Finding a Job as a Student

Finding a job as a college student can be difficult, but there are options available on-campus or off-campus so the first step is figuring out where you'd feel comfortable working while also prioritizing your education and keeping up with your grades. I currently work...

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Balancing Finances!

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...

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Sharing Love and Giving Thanks!

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...

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