Winter Term, 2012.
If you have read my posts from last year, you probably remember how winter term was a really rough time in terms of academics. Despite…
Not an Empty Promise
The New Year is the best time to reflect on the many challenges and successes you had throughout 2011. But more importantly, it’s the perfect…
Welcoming 2012!
Welcoming 2012! First thing first, happy new year! It’s hard to believe that my first college semester is over and done with! My first college…
1/8 DONE. Just 7/8 Left…
DONE. First semester of college is finally over! I never thought that I would get into college; so finishing the first semester is such an…
What's Up, 2012?
What’s Up, 2012? Bill Vaughn once said, “An optimist stays up until midnight to see the New Year in. A pessimist stays up to make…
Sometimes you just don't get it…
Happy New Year everyone! It's been a wonderful and challenging semester for me. I hope it's been all good for you. This semester...was a struggle.…
Three.. Two.. One.. HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!
As the New Year approaches the world, many are celebrating with family, friends, religious organizations or their cat, Leonard Yams. One thing is for sure,…
Consider the following…Student Diversity.
As the acceptance letters start rolling in, the pressure to make a decision can be a bit overwhelming. The next chapter of your life will…
Around the World in (1)80 Days!
In the early summer of 2011, I watched my Little Brother proudly toss his graduation cap into the sunny San Diego sky. As he walked across…
Closer To Your Dreams- Paris
I love movies- I’ve been a film connoisseur since my earliest memories. I remember watching the Lion King and commenting on the director’s techniques in…
My First Time in Rome, Italy
Rome, Italy… One of the places I’ve dreamed of going since the first time we learned about its epic history in elementary school. I remember…
Advice To College Counselors
The role of the college counselor during a student's college process is one of extreme importance. I can honestly say that I probably would not…
Three things CSO has given to me
In the following video blog, Joseph Dingman acknowledges how CSO has helped him financially, provided him with recognition, and allowed him to think introspectively about…
Little things add up
It’s incredible how quickly the little things add up—it seems like I am always in need of another textbook or more school supplies. The CSO…
CSO Blog: What it means to me
Nahomi Velasquez does a heartfelt video blog about what CSO and winning the Opportunity Scholarship means to her.
A Message from CSO's Executive Director
Center for Student Opportunity's Executive Director Matt Rubinoff takes a moment toreflect on the first six years of CSO, thank all those who support the…
On the 12th day of Christmas, CSO gave to me… involvement in my university
I can’t believe the end of first semester is almost here; it feels like it went by in a blink of an eye! My first…
On the 11th day of Christmas, CSO gave to me… college with some clarity
Center for Student Opportunity’s scholarship has helped allow me to attend Pomona, my top choice after visiting the campus three years ago. Since I was…
On the 10th day of Christmas, CSO gave to me… the tools for social mobility
Currently in my sophomore year, I am looking forward towards building my resume with relevant experiences that will make me a standout in the job…
On the 9th day of Christmas, CSO gave to me… the opportunity to dream
There are so many kids, just like me, first in the family to go to college, looking for ways to afford it. Close friends of…