Be Prepared

by Cynthia Cruz, Illinois Wesleyan University, '14

I had no idea what college held for me in the Fall of 2011. I did not know what to do or where to go within my community to prepare myself for college. How should I present myself? What kind of relationship could I have with my professors? I was friend-less in high...

Dare to Dream

by Lauren A. Mayo, University of Georgia, '15

This time two years ago, I found myself dreaming big and researching a variety of big names schools to apply to. Being a first generation college student, I wish I had advice and tips for applying to colleges. My first piece of advice I would give you is to dare to...

Have you gone mad?

by Ivania Zepeda

Your first semester in college will be overwhelming.  There is no doubt about it.  Your ability to succeed is not the concern – your passion and your persistence will help you dominate your first semester.  There are other factors, however, that are more concerning....