The Start of a New Chapter: My Transition to College
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. My high school was a small school that contained grades seven through 12.…
Break Time
Spring break is only 2 days away and I couldn’t be more excited. For my college, spring break starts right after a bunch of essays…
Marching On
Happy almost-Springtime, everyone! Well, this is a great time of year. Not only is the weather getting warmer (Woo!!!) but baseball is about to start,…
Holiday Plans and School Work
This morning, when I opened my eyes and looked out of my bedroom window, I groaned. The sky outside was a dark, puffy gray, and…
The “I’m Still in High School” Sticker
I'm on a mission. While walking around the campus of my dream college, I try to blend in with all the college students to get…
College Programs Help First-Gen Students Make the Transition
In previous blog posts, we’ve talked about how the transition to college can be difficult for first generation students. There are plenty of obstacles –…
Change is a Constant in College: A New Semester, A New Set of Challenges
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. My second semester has brought a new set of challenges because my academic…
Studying Abroad: Too Expensive for Some College Students? Think Again!
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…
Living to see another day
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…
A First-Gen Evaluates Career Options: Tackling Educational Inequality Through Teaching
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…
Opportunity Knocks: Summer Bridge & Orientation
Click here to view the March Opportunity Knocks newsletter featuring Summer Bridge & Orientation opportunities at: Amherst College, Amherst, MA, Access to Amherst Brown University,…
From First Gen Student to First Gen Grad Student
In their article, “From First Gen Student to First Gen Grad Student,” Alicia Peaker and Katie Shives discuss their experience in going from first…
What It's Like to Be the First Person in Your Family to Go to College
In "What It's Like to Be the First Person in Your Family to Go to College," a recent article published in The Atlantic, author Liz Riggs chronicles…
Aiming for My College Dream: Deciding Which College to Attend
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. When I started looking at colleges I knew that I wanted to aim…
Dolla Dolla Bills Y'all!: Finding Scholarship Money for College
On Wednesday, February 26th, 2014 we had a Google+ Hangout on ways to get the most out of your scholarship search! We all know how important…
My First Day of College & How it Motivated Me to Co-Found a First-Gen Support Program
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. My first day of college explains many common characteristics of a first-generation college…
A crush on college
Hello everyone! I hope that the beginning of the semester is treating everyone well. As another Valentine’s Day passes, I am reminded of how appreciative…
Love: My Community and Me
As I sit here reflecting on my week and plan my festivities for the coming weekend, I can’t help but think about how amazing today…
