by Benjamin Hoertnagl-Pereira, Johns Hopkins University , '18
If I were to describe myself, the first quality that comes to mind is introvert. While I am very open with my friends, getting to a point of friendship with new people that I meet is a bit difficult. Coming into college, the only people that I got to know somewhat...
by Xavier Husser, Boston College, '18
Around this time of the year, a lot of high school seniors are probably working on finishing or still stressing about the college application process. I was one of those people who was in the boat of stressing about my writing supplements, standardized test, and how...
by I'm First Administrator
This week, I’m First! and Strive for College hosted its 6th chat in a two month long series of YouTube Live Chats with College Partners. In these chats, colleges and universities discuss information about their schools, talk about the great programs available for...
by Dallas Simms, The University of Virginia , '17
As far back as my mind can remember, I’ve always known what the future would hold to a certain extent. I knew in kindergarten that first grade was right around the corner and that after senior year, I’d be going off to college for four years. Some of the details were...
by Alexa Rodriguez, Wellesley College , '17
The idea of your first round of college finals can be daunting, I know. You’ve only just gotten your foot in the door and you’re already expected to take these exams. You may be exhausted and overwhelmed from the newness of college, and the sheer volume of everything...
