I’m Rooting for Betsy DeVos To Be Held Accountable
At least 1,800 people reportedly lost wages or tax refunds according to the filing. “At best it is gross negligence,Read More…
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Essential Skills to Succeed in an Online Course
To succeed in an online course, you need good time management skills so you can plan how much time you’llRead More…
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#RealCollege: Reflections on Being the Only Latina in the Classroom
My first language is Spanish. I started elementary school not being able to communicate with other students or teachers. IRead More…
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College Corner: How I Prepare for Back To School
The academic school year is back, and I hope all of you enjoyed your summer. While this time of yearRead More…
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How I Scored My First Paid Internship as a College Freshman
It’s a sunny Wednesday morning, and I’m sitting in Peet’s wondering how I got here. I would be lying ifRead More…
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How Latinx Students Can Empower and Engage Their Parents in Their College Education
My parents, like many others, immigrated to this country in search of a better life. They were ultimately investing inRead More…
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Selecting the Right High School: Tips from a High School Placement Counselor
I interviewed Christina Calderon, a high school placement counselor at KIPP SoCal Public Schools (formerly known as KIPP LA) aboutRead More…
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Be a Role Model with Intention
I recently had the privilege of celebrating my daughter Mailey’s 21st birthday. And at her birthday celebration, I got theRead More…
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What to Do If You Didn’t Get Into the College of Your Dreams…Yet?
Do not be discouraged! Do not give up on that dream! Some of us won’t be able to take thatRead More…
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#ReachHigher: Why We Need To Make May 1st a Big Deal
May 1st is an exciting day for high school seniors across the country. It is the official day where mostRead More…
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