It is well known that first generation students face unique challenges and experiences. Often times many students are carrying the expectations and hopes of their parents and extended family. In this latest episode, we discuss our own personal journeys in navigating parental expectations and provide guidance on managing emotions and identifying ways to prioritize your expectations of yourself.

As fall semester is in full swing, many students are applying for transfer to a four year university. One of the main things you should consider and prepare for is the transition from a semester system into a quarter system school. In this episode, we breakdown the differences between the two, challenges with each, and offer strategies for success in both.

In this episode, we clarify the details on the Biden Administrations' new student loan forgiveness plan. We share our thoughts on what student loan forgiveness actually means, who it will benefit, and possible future changes to the federal student loan program.

Work Study Programs are some of the best ways to get work experience while in college. Many students have no choice but to work while attending school. On campus employment provides an opportunity to earn while you learn. For many students it may be their very first paid job. In this episode, we discuss the benefits of applying for campus employment, tips on how to find jobs, and the best ways to maximize your experience.

Now that you are settled in, this is the best time to reflect on where you are with your goals. In this episode, we share our ideas on assessing where you are on your college journey and making good choices as you plan for your future semesters.

The beginning of the school year is busy for everyone. No doubt you are checking of tasks on your to do list and wondering what else you may need to get done. In this episode we share our ideas on settling into the busy fall semester. For many students, this may be the first time on campus in a long time. Listen as we share our experiences and offer guidance on how to have a smooth transition into the semester.

Its back to school! If you recently made the decision to go back to school this episode is for you. In this latest episode we share our ideas on how to navigate college services when you are signing up for classes late. We discuss best options for classes to take, finding college resources, and starting on off on a strong footing.

According to a College Finance study, approximately 65% of college students carry some sort of credit card debt and this number is growing. In today's episode we continue our discussion on managing debt and focus on managing credit card debt specifically. We share valuable lessons learned and tips on avoiding unnecessary spending.

Student loans, car loans, personal loans; they can all add up so fast! In this latest episode we discuss how to manage and minimize debt in college. We share simple strategies to help you graduate college in the green. Please also check episode 24 where we discuss credit cards in college as well.

In this third installment of our college money basics series, we share our ideas and tips on saving money on transportation while in college. In this episode we continue our college money basics series. We break down hidden costs in owning a car and common pitfalls students make. We hope you find this episode helpful.

In this episode, we continue our college money basics series. We discuss how to save money on the most expensive cost of attending college: housing! Emmanuel shares his number one tip for saving on housing and managing resources. Stay tuned as we discuss topics ranging from budgeting & investing to saving on housing & transportation costs.

As we prepare for a new school year and for some, head off to college for the first time, now is a great time to talk about money basics in college. Over the next few weeks we will be discussing how to manage your money while in school. In this first installment, we discuss general basics of personal finance and why it is critical to your success in college. Stay tuned as we discuss topics ranging from budgeting & investing to saving on housing & transportation costs.

So you finally made it through four years of college! Like so many students this special time is full of optimism and excitement. But you may be wondering what your next steps should be. In this two part episode we share our own post college experiences and the many things we wish we had done differently. In part two, Emmanuel shares his reasons for choosing his graduate program and offers advice on ensuring your graduate program is a good fit for your career choice.

So you finally made it through four years of college! Like so many students this special time is full of optimism and excitement. But you may be wondering what your next steps should be. In this two part episode we share our own post college experiences and the many things we wish we had done differently. In part one, Yetunde shares her experiences leading up to her decision to pursue a master's degree and and offers tips to make graduate school a smart choice. Be sure to check out part two for Emmanuels post graduate experience.

For many students summer time is the best opportunity to get work experience. If you are starting your first job or internship, this episode is for you. In part two, Yetunde shares her tips on how to stay professional in the workplace including some specifics for women in the workplace. We hope you enjoy!

For many students summer time is the best opportunity to get work experience. If you are starting your first job or internship, this episode is for you. We discuss common pitfalls for new students entering the workforce and Emmanuel shares his tips on how to stay professional in the workplace.

In this episode we discuss the Biden Administration's plan to forgive $1.5 Billion in student loans for students defrauded by Corinthian Colleges. We also explain the difference between for profit colleges and traditional colleges, and also discuss how to prevent borrowing too much.

It's finally summer! That means it's time to unwind, prepare, and reflect. In this two part episode, we share tips on how we unwind, relieve the stress from the semester, and prepare to enjoy our summer. We also discuss ways to ensure a proper closing to the semester and how to get a jump start on the semester ahead.

It's finally summer! That means it's time to unwind, prepare, and reflect. In this two part episode, we share tips on how we unwind, relieve the stress from the semester, and prepare to enjoy our summer. We also discuss ways to ensure a proper closing to the semester and how to get a jump start on the semester ahead.

Before you head off to summer break, no doubt you're already registering for summer and maybe even fall classes. In this episode we share some important registration don'ts. These are common mistakes and pitfalls we want to help you avoid! Listen as we talk about selecting the right classes and asking the right questions to ensure a smooth beginning to the upcoming school year.