by Alexis Montes, University of Rochester, '15
There are a lot of things that the pretty college brochures that will/have attacked your mailbox don’t show. Sometimes they forget to mention how outrageously pricey the school’s dining plans really are, and other times they forget to tell you that you...
by Lauren A. Mayo, University of Georgia, '15
The letter of recommendation is used to have more references linked to the experience and attributes of an applicant. A good recommendation letter consists of an introduction, a context, a recommendation, and a closure. You want to ask your recommenders if they are...
by Carlton Hassell, George Mason University , '16
Hey I’m First Bloggers! Here’s a short video blurb about who I chose to write my letter of recommendation and why. I also provide some feedback on how to choose that teacher/ staff member.
by Alexa Rodriguez, Wellesley College , '17
Looking for a college is no small task. There is so much to look for and consider. I mean I thought I knew what I was looking for in a college and I felt pretty set about my choices. But then the adults started drilling me with questions: “What’s the teacher to...
by Cynthia Cruz, Illinois Wesleyan University, '14
Sometimes I sit in the library and I cannot help but question if I’m doing the right thing by being in college. You know, I’ve always wanted to go to college and I thought maybe if I attended I would know for sure if I wanted to be here, but the truth is,...
