Welcome back listeners! We hope you enjoyed your spring break and are sailing throughout the last weeks of spring semester. This is an especially exciting time as many students are receiving admissions decisions from colleges. In this two-part episode we talk about the important next steps to confirming your admission. We discuss what to expect from your chosen institution, submitting your final transcripts, how to be sure you meet the upcoming deadlines, and much more. Please be sure to listen to both parts of this episode and as always we hope you will like, comment, and subscribe. It helps us grow!

Welcome back listeners! In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest choices students face, deciding which college or university to attend. From weighing financial aid offers to finding the right campus fit for you, we explore some important considerations when choosing your campus. Whether you are still on the fence or just need a little reassurance, this episode is here to help you make a confident and informed decision.

In this episode, we interview Ayami, a first generation college student who chose to take a gap year before embarking on her college path. Ayami’s profound journey of self-discovery, utilizing reflection and drawing from her diverse experiences led her to discover her passion for environmental engineering. While she initially dove headfirst into community college, she reflects on the potential pitfalls of this approach, suggesting that a more measured transition might have been beneficial. Throughout the episode, Ayami imparts key insights on cultivating a learning mindset, especially when tackling challenging subjects, emphasizing the importance of maintaining curiosity as a driving force for continuous growth and development. This episode is a must listen!

In this episode, we dive into Corey's inspiring journey, marked by resilience and determination despite numerous hardships. Initially aiming for Morehouse College, Corey faced financial barriers, and then his admission to CSU East Bay fell through. While attending his third choice, a community college, he encountered common challenges such as work and school life balance, and struggled to find a major he was passionate about. Corey's resilience and persistence led to him discovering his passion for sociology, amidst juggling full-time work and familial responsibilities and led him to achieve educational success. Corey's story highlights the power of determination and resilience in overcoming challenges on the path to success.

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Roxelyn, a trailblazing first-generation college student. Roxelyn shares her unique journey navigating the community college process, offering invaluable insights and advice for fellow first-gen students. From her personal challenges to her ability to overcome challenges, Roxelyn's story is a testament to the resilience and determination of first-generation students. This episode is a must-listen for anyone beginning their college journey, especially first-generation students aiming for success.

Welcome back listeners! Spring semester is in full swing and the middle of the semester is the perfect time to assess how things are going. In this episode, we discuss the different areas for   self-assessment that can lead to ending the semester successfully.  We also share tips on how to get a head start on your summer plans. We hope you find this episode helpful and that you share it with a friend. Please remember to like, comment, and subscribe.

Welcome back to another all new episode.  If you are considering majoring in nursing, you will likely be required to take a standardized entrance exam. In this episode, we break  down the most commonly required test for nursing programs admission. The Test of Essential Academic Skills, commonly know as the TEAS, is required prior to applying to many nursing schools. We share tips on how to prepare and what to look for in program requirements before taking the exam. We also talk about test components, minimum scores, and common deadlines. We hope you find this episode helpful and please comment, like, and subscribe. 

Welcome back listeners! Have you ever wondered why some students consistently excel in their classes? It is no secret that strong study habits and time management skills are key to a successful semester. In this new episode, we share common habits that we have observed in strong students. We share tips on how to build your study skills and more importantly how to make these habits part of your routine. We hope you find this episode useful and that you will like, share, and subscribe.

You’ve received your aid for the semester now, what? Community college students have a great advantage in maximizing the federal and state aid. In this episode, we share ways to save your financial aid from the community college to hopefully use towards future college tuition and expenses. We also explain how aid is disbursed and distributed to students. We hope you find this episode helpful and that you share it with a friend. Please remember to like, comment, and subscribe. It helps us grow!

Welcome back! It is definitely the time of year when many students are thinking about their financial aid application. If you haven’t already, now is the perfect to submit your FAFSA. In this important episode, we share tips on getting your aid application completed and also ensuring that you meet priority deadlines to get the most aid possible. Also, join us next week as we discuss strategies to save and maximize the aid you receive. As always, please remember to like, comment and subscribe.

Hello listeners! We hope your spring semester is off to a great start. In this new episode, we talk about obtaining private scholarships. Scholarships can make a huge difference in making your school of choice an affordable one. We also discuss an eye-opening article in Business Insider, what highlights some of the challenges students face when researching scholarships. We hope that you will share this important episode with a friend and that you will comment, like, and subscribe.

Welcome back to another new episode! As transfer and graduation season approaches, it is common to feel like you are falling behind. In today’s episode, we talk about how to cope with feeling left behind. We want you to know that these feelings are normal and we share our thoughts on how to navigate them in a healthy way. We hope you find this episode helpful and would appreciate it if you like, comment, and share it with others.  

Hello listeners! If you submitted a transfer application in fall semester, now is the time to update your application with any updates or changes. Transfer institutions will be expecting most students to submit updates in the month of January. In this episode we discuss what types of updates must be reported and how to make updating your application a smooth process. Please remember to share this episode with a friend and leave us a question or comment.

Welcome back listeners! In today’s episode we discuss important tips for starting off the spring semester strong. We share study suggestions, time management strategies, and how to identify areas to improve. We hope you enjoy this episode and please share it with a friend. Please remember to like and subscribe. We appreciate your support.

Replay: In this episode we cap off Career series. In this age of social media, we discuss staying professional and share our thoughts on how ways to maintain a positive image online. If you are starting your career, this episode is for you!

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a major and a career? Many students use the terms interchangeably. However, for most people the two are often very different. In this episode, we talk about the differences between the two. We share our thoughts on what makes them different and ways a seemingly wrong major can lead you to the right career.

Welcome back listeners! We hope you are getting some rest and relaxation now that the winter break has arrived. Check out this quick episode to learn gain and insight from a counseling perspective. While it is important to recuperate, it is also a great time to reflect, start looking for summer internships and set some goals for your upcoming spring semester. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe, we appreciate your support!

Welcome back listeners! Are you applying to private colleges and universities? Then this episode is a must listen. We talk about tips when applying for colleges and universities using the common application. More than 1000 colleges and universities use this application so chances are you may be using it in the future. Listen and hear some quick tips when applying to ensure you are ready when your application is due!

Hey Listeners, welcome back to another episode! As you finish up this fall, it is time to get into the finals studying mindset. In this episode, we provide some insight on how to successfully study for your upcoming finals. Remember this can be a stressful time so take a few minutes to listen and learn about some proven tips to finish strong. Also don’t forget to comment on your best study tips!

Replay: Welcome back! In Scholarships Part 2, we talk about how to apply for scholarships, important pitfalls to avoid, and key tips for staying organized. We'd appreciate your questions and comments below.  Thank you for your support.