What No One Tells First-Gen Students About Office Hours
I went to office hours in my first week of college, and then used them badly for years. Here is what they are, who they are for, and five things you can say when you walk in.
College Essay Topics That Actually Work (Yours Doesn't Need to Be Dramatic)
Most students search for impressive college essay topics, which is exactly the wrong search. The topic is rarely the problem, and here is the test that shows you why.
First-Generation College Student: What I Wish Someone Had Told Me
Being the first person in your family to go to college means navigating a system that was not designed with you in mind. Here is some of what I have learned — and what I wish I had known earlier.