In-Person Learning at UC Berkeley in a Covid-19 World
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College Corner: How I Prepare for Back To School
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How I Scored My First Paid Internship as a College Freshman
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How Latinx Students Can Empower and Engage Their Parents in Their College Education
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Why I’m Choosing To Keep Teaching After My Two Year TFA Commitment
I have vivid memories of new teachers joining my school families and then saying goodbye to them only a fewRead 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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Practical Tips about Money for Incoming College Students
It is Spring! You know what that means? Many people are receiving college acceptance letters if not have already madeRead More…
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Governor Brown Vetoed the ACT/SAT Administration in Classrooms Bill
Seeing the trend in a record number of colleges and universities dropping the SAT/ACT essay requirement, Governor Jerry Brown vetoedRead More…
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Why First-Generation College Students Should Go to Out of State Colleges
One of the struggles of being a first-generation college student from a Latino community is building up the courage toRead More…
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Creating A Culture Of College Success Through Mentorship In Richmond
Any first generation college student can attest to the importance of mentorship in supporting them through the college years. ForRead More…
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