On the 4th day of Christmas, CSO gave to me…the chance to break free
Of course CSO has helped me financially, but it is been so much more than that. CSO and the people there have helped me by…
On the 3rd day of Christmas, CSO gave to me…the gift to make my dreams a reality…
Alex Montes is a 2011 recipient of the CSO Opportunity Scholarship. CSO made it possible for him to attend the University of Rochester and achieve…
On the 2nd day of Christmas, CSO gave to me…the chance to be all that I could be
Center for Student Opportunity has provided me with a gift that is irreplaceable, my education. Growing up in a home situation that was often tumultuous,…
On the 1st day of Christmas, CSO gave to me…a whole wide world to see
Center for Student Opportunity has been there for me since day one. As a first-generation college student, I had no idea what to expect or…
Givin' Thanks
There is no doubt that when I was applying to college, a myriad of people helped me through the process and pushed me foward. But…
Social Stratification (As the underlying theme of of my college classes this semester)
Have you ever felt like you are repeating the same day over and over again? Well I feel as though the recurring theme for all…
The Importance of APs
No not apps, but Advanced Placement classes! If you get the chance to take an AP course in high school, take it, because it sure…
What Really Matters
I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving! Mine was great this year. I obviously had plenty to eat, and this year especially I felt…
Can that not be called happiness?
I'm just a poor boy. I come from dirt roads and flea markets. I used to eat ramen noodles for lunch. My most expensive toy…
Um…Thanks?
Countless people encouraged me to go to college. My mother encouraged me most. Even my younger brother and younger cousins encouraged me unknowingly. I strive…
Thank you, Mr. Turkey
This Thanksgiving, I‘d like to thank Mr. Turkey for allowing me to feast on his yummy turkey goodness. Honestly Mr. Turkey, without you, Turkey day…
Hug Someone. Show that you Care!
Unbelievable, first semester is almost over. There is just one more week of classes and then another week for finals. After that it’s over. Seems…
Surprising Support…
On Friday, September 2nd, 2011, I sat down for an interview with two Deans at our college. I’d just returned from a run at the…
Wonderful People
I just wanted to write a quick message on a lesson I learned recently. Coming from the background that I do, I tend to not…
A Little bit of Reflection goes a Long Way
It’s silly to admit now but coming into high school I didn’t really know what I was going to do with myself. I maintained decent…
Second Year
Sophomore year is so different from freshman year. I’m finding myself less stressed and actually sleeping. Gasp. (I know!) Despite the fact that classes are…
Wise Words
One year ago I was a high school senior stressed about the college application process. As you narrow down your list of colleges and begin…
College is near? Have no fear! ;]
The best metaphor I can provide to you for the college application process is that of building a car…So where do you start? Before anything…
Waiting for Superman
I used to hate the idea of self-reliance. The only connection I could make with the popular ideology was selfishness. We live in a nation…
Year 2: Doubts and Uncertainty
“Yeah, I’m going to double major and do Black studies and Chemistry, since I love both and I can’t seem to choose,” a friend tells…