by Alexis Montes, University of Rochester, '15
It’s been about three weeks since my senior year at the University of Rochester has begun. It’s been a great time so far. I’ve been keeping up with my work just fine and things feel more routine than ever, in a good way. So, while I’m being...
by Adriana Gonzalez, Pomona College
As I struggled to carry my suitcases down the crowded halls of O’Hare on August 24th, I thought I knew what was coming. I envisioned this day beforehand. In my mind, I had mapped out the very minutes my life would change. I’ll just walk out of my house,...
by I'm First Administrator
On Aug. 26th at 4pm EST, we hosted a Google+ Hangout where we will got real and talked about some of the situations and issues that come up for first-generation students as they journey through college, as well as ways to deal with them. From being called a sell-out...
by I'm First Administrator
This is probably a thought you’ve had in the past few weeks. Summer is slowly coming to an end. More and more boxes invade your bedroom as you pack up all of your belongings and head off to start your new life. Okay,so that was a bit dramatic but it’s...
by Brenda Angulo, Trinity Washington University , '17
… It was only two weeks ago that I was out on Spring Break. Did I do anything interesting? No. Did I do homework? Some. Did I enjoy myself? I did. It was nice to not have to worry about anything and sleep as long as I could. I got to spend time with my family...
