by Santiago Montoya, Brandeis University , '19
I have always been afraid of failure. I guess all of us, or for the most part. I have re-told the story of how I re-applied to college, the first time was a complete fiasco, but it wasn’t because I had terrible grades, or recommendations, or any of that stuff. I just...
by Andrea Haerther, University of Houston, '19
I am so excited that Fall is finally here!!! After what felt like an eternity, the brisk air of Fall has arrived. I no longer have to dread walking to my classes because of all the sweating I do. Now I actually look forward to going outside! And, there’ll be a...
by Samuel Hayes, Northern Arizona University , '17
Summer Time Summer is my favorite time of the year because it is stress free and relaxing. I get to hang out with friends and I do not usually have too many responsibilities. This year was a different summer for me though. I decided to stay in Flagstaff for the summer...
by Adriana Gonzalez, Pomona College
Two months have passed since this semester began. There have been several times since that first anxious day of junior year when I have found myself longing for the company of specific people in my life. I am still on campus for the next few months but like almost...
by Ysabel Cueva, Stonehill College , '17
I don’t know if it is because I am a first generation college student and I have a lot of pressure on me, but I am always thinking about life after college. My friends constantly tease me about how much I enjoy planning ahead, but I just like to feel like I am doing...
by Andrea Haerther, University of Houston, '19
My Freshman year was a breeze. The classes (mainly basics) felt like high school. They never required a whole lot of effort. I never felt consumed by the assignments and “studying” didn’t take any longer than 15 minutes. Freshman year was similar....
