2013: Stop Ordering Takeout
This year, I've made my decision. I will stand firm. I will be brave. I will stop ordering so much wings...and cheap Chinese food. I…
Forget… For a Moment
In 2011, I did not have a Christmas. I wish I could have enjoyed the holiday with my family. But instead, I spent the whole…
I resolve to not resolve
So last semester finally ended, and I am sooo excited for the new one to begin! Last semester, I got all my first choice classes…
Talk it Out
Sometimes I marvel at how long we can struggle on completing a problem set, writing a sentence or being in a situation before we think…
Take Care of Número Uno!
So it begins again! I find myself back in the familiar place I grew to love and enjoy so much over the past few months.…
New Years Resolution
Last semester went pretty well, but there is always room for improvement. I have a few simple resolutions that should help me do even better…
What are Loans, Grants, and Scholarships?
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Paying for College 101 Did you know that most college students receive some…
Understanding Financial Aid Packages
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. After you've been accepted to a college and completed the financial aid application…
The Basics of Applying to College
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Required Documents If you are applying to a four-year college, it most likely…
How to Write a Killer College Application Essay
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Choosing an Essay Topic Most college applications will provide a question for you…
How to Stand Out in Your College Application
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. How Colleges Select Students First, let's cover the basics of how colleges typically…
College Application Fee Waivers
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Who Is Eligible for the Application Waivers? Students can request a college application…
Financial Aid Terminology
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. 1040/1040A/1040EZ Also known as a tax return, these are federal forms from the…
How early is too early?
It may be too early for you to start driving if you’re only 11; it may be too early for you to read 'War and…
Fall Semester? It came and went!
Yes! I made it through my first semester of college virtually in one piece! I unknowingly enrolled in remarkable courses; met some wonderful people; learned…
Power of Networking
So this past year I had the privilege of studying in Washington, D.C. through a program run by my school (Miami University). The program allowed…
Dare to Dream
This time two years ago, I found myself dreaming big and researching a variety of big names schools to apply to. Being a first generation…
Welcome 2013!!
Happy New Year everyone!! I want to wish everyone the best on this incoming year, and I hope it brings many good things to all…
Resources on a Silver Platter
How hard is it to ask for help? Impossible, huh! Why is everyone so scared about admitting that they need guidance? Asking for help does…
Have you gone mad?
Your first semester in college will be overwhelming. There is no doubt about it. Your ability to succeed is not the concern – your passion…