Meet James, who at 23 took a leap of faith, moved his life to another state, and enrolled in college. Now, after a successful undergraduate career, he’s pursuing his Doctorate in Education and is passionate about helping students find the best path for them, whether that’s at a four-year college, a technical college, or elsewhere!
Read MoreThe Right People at the Right Time can Make the Difference

Cardozo High School, Washington D.C.
Our first workshop of the 2018-2019 school year was a success! This week’s post is a reflection on how important mentors and college readiness organizations are during the application process and beyond.
Read More"I can’t imagine asking ourselves, "What does education look like?" Without first asking ourselves, "What do our neighborhoods look like?"
Nuha’s incredible first-gen journey has led him from the Bronx, to a prestigious prep school, to Harvard, and even to a meeting with Rihanna. Read about how Nuha has been incredibly successful navigating distinct environments, all the while, never losing sight of himself. 🇬🇲🎓🇬🇲
Read MoreSpeaking Up: The Power of Participation

Class Participation can be Intimidating Let’s Take a Look at Some Tips on Speaking Up
Read MoreI Wish I'd Learned This Earlier: lessons from my first college class
Do you need to study with white noise? In dead silent places? Do you prefer coffee shops to libraries? If you’re not sure, try spending some time finding your “place”. Read about how finding my go-to study spots changed how I view my learning style!
Read More“Hey I’m _____, where are you from?”
College orientation means different things to different people, click to read on and get some pro tips to help you navigate your first days on campus! 📦📅📦
Read MoreWhat we learned over the weekend
As many of you prepare to head back to school, or get ready to apply for the FAFSA in October (!!) you might be feeing a little overwhelmed by paying for college or finances in general. Today we’re sharing some insights from the Financial Aid 101 presentation we gave alongside the Latino Student Fund this past weekend. Read on to feel a little calmer about the financial aid process…or to simply pick up some bits of financial wisdom 😉💡🏫
Read MoreGet an Education...Not just a Degree

Last week Miguel spoke about how the challenges faced in college are an integral part of an education. Let's take a look at why growth, both inside and outside the classroom, is an essential part of the lives we lead in college and beyond.
Read MoreThe Journey is Part of the Education
Although Miguel’s parents both had college degrees from the Dominican Republic, they weren’t familiar with the in’s and out’s of the American system. He shares his experience figuring out his path, how acting as a translator for his parents helps him in his current job, and what being an educator means to him. Click to read on! 🎹🎓🎼
Read More5 (FREE) Ways to Combat Brain Drain this Summer
If you’re still in school, summer can be a time to relax, binge watch Breaking Bad (again), and forget about homework and project deadlines. However, it’s also a time during which our brains aren’t as active as they are during the school year. Click to find out how you can keep your mind active this summer! 💪🏾☀️🚲
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