Combat Rejection with Perseverance

by Danica Drezner, Boston University , '17

March… The time of year when the transition into spring is accompanied with the anticipation of finding out whether you have been accepted or rejected by the colleges. For me, March marks the anniversary of a series of rejection letters I had received in 2013. I have...

Resources on a Silver Platter

by Ivania Zepeda

How hard is it to ask for help? Impossible, huh! Why is everyone so scared about admitting that they need guidance? Asking for help does not make you weak. Nor does it make you inferior. In fact, taking the initiative to ask for help says a lot about your character....

Advice To College Counselors

by Irvin Gomez, Dartmouth College , '13

The role of the college counselor during a student’s college process is one of extreme importance. I can honestly say that I probably would not be where I am if it wasn’t for the guidance, support, encouragement and patience of my college counselor. It was...

On the 8th day of Christmas, CSO gave to me… a chance to lead

by Irvin Gomez, Dartmouth College , '13

Irvin Gomez blogs about what CSO means to him. Check out Irvin Gomez’s video below. Please donate to Center for Student Opportunity this holiday season and help underserved, first-generation college-bound students in their pursuit of college.

Second Semester Freshman: Through the Storm

by Angelica Robinson, Dillard University , '12

As I’ve spoken with many of my peers, they’ve all said that the first semester was a definite challenge. Many of my new found friends will be returning to Dillard University while others won’t. One things for sure, we’ve all realized the...