Giving Thanks

by Cynthia Cruz, Illinois Wesleyan University, '14

Dear Mr. Stricker, As I look back on this holiday season my heart is overwhelmed with thanks. So I decided to say thank you in the best way I know how-writing. Thank you so much for taking the time from your busy schedule to write me a letter of recommendation for...

Let go.

by Alexis Montes, University of Rochester, '15

Alex Montes (University of Rochester ’15) gives an important tip for those eager current high school seniors awaiting college life.

Thank you, Adversity.

by Alexis Montes, University of Rochester, '15

Alex Montes (University of Rochester ’15) talks about what he’s thankful for this year for his I’m First! Scholarship Blog.

Minty Fresh at Michigan State

by Seanna Leath

Have you ever been in a situation where you’re meeting new people, and your cheeks ache from the incessant smiling and talking that you’ve had to do?  Add cold fingers and toes to the stiff cheeks and you’ve nearly summed up my current situation.  As I sit and type...

Giving Thanks!

by Rodney Savannah, University of Southern California, '15

Giving Thanks! Sometimes, due to the stress of classes, exams, and any other extra curricular activities that we are apart of, it is easy to forget what a wonderful and privileged opportunity we have in front of us. As college students, especially first generation...

Homecoming

by Carlton Hassell, George Mason University , '16

Here’s my short blog on my adjustment to college. I explain my view on homesickness, who I’ve stayed in contact with, and my new job 🙂