by Aurora Sanchez, The Catholic University of America, 2027 | October 14, 2024
Hola! I am beyond excited to write my first post! (It’s ironic, isn’t it, since this is the “I’m First blog”). But, on a more serious note, let me introduce myself. My name is Aurora Sanchez, a sophomore at the Catholic University of America in...
by Toni Momodu, Susquehanna University, 2024 | June 6, 2024
Okay, okay, I know I said in my last blog post that I wouldn’t post anything until the fall, but I couldn’t hint at my study abroad experience throughout several blog posts this semester and not talk about it! Of course, I have a little guide about studying abroad and...
by Toni Momodu, Susquehanna University, 2024 | May 15, 2024
Ah, yes. The time has come for summer break when we all return home and have an actual break from the hustle and bustle of college life. Although this is a time of relaxation and psyching ourselves up for the fall, I think this should also serve as an opportunity to...
by Toni Momodu, Susquehanna University, 2024 | April 19, 2024
As I mentioned in my last blog post, now is the time to apply for summer internships and jobs! The best time is to start early, over winter break or during spring break so you can secure a summer gig before most people even think about their summer plans. Working...
by Toni Momodu, Susquehanna University, 2024 | March 16, 2024
Now that it is the midst of the spring semester, midterms are looming on the horizon. Many of us look forward to spring break, while others are considering their summer plans. Balancing your academic responsibilities with personal and professional goals can be scary....
by Elizabeth Gallegos Rodriguez, Bates College, 2026 | February 27, 2024
Being the first in your family to attend college is a huge feat that I’ve realized is often not acknowledged as such by first-gen college students. Imposter syndrome can play a huge role in the way people perceive themselves, and I’ve had to actively make it my...