by Nahomi Velasquez, Boston University, '15
As a first generation college student I was worried when I first came to BU because, having no one to fall back on, I did not know what to expect! What I gradually realized is that college is great! Yes, the classes are tough, and only get harder as you go, but who...
by Alexis King, University of Florida, '17
One thing we all worried about Senior Year was how in the heck we were going to afford these colleges we wanted. Those of us with a lot of ambition started researching tuition costs and applying for scholarships. Some of us even got enough to cover tuition, books,...
by Leah Jean-Louis, Swarthmore College, '14
Every year your financial aid changes. It is suppose to gradually increase because college expect more out of you. This will be the biggest challenge you’ll face. Maybe your parents make more as a result your school expects more, or maybe another sibling just...
by Lauren A. Mayo, University of Georgia, '15
Three semesters at the University of Georgia has shown me that college is synonymous for endless possibility; it presents an atmosphere that breathes innovation, matchlessness, and inspiration. A large part of what makes the college what it is are the people. Along...
by Ese Uwhuba, University of Pennsylvania
As we enter into 2013 (albeit a bit late), I have to take a minute to remember the highs-and-lows of 2012. 2012 was certainly extremely eventful. I had the opportunity to do some pretty amazing things and meet even more amazing people. The first few months of the...
