Schools and Colleges

As a Black girl, I’m wondering if it’s okay to attend a predominantly white institution (PWI). I know the title doesn’t fully capture my question, but I wanted to keep it concise. If you’re a Black girl or Black person attending a PWI, I would love to hear about your […]

Considering a Major Change? I’m currently a communications major in my second semester of my first year. Initially, I started out in education, but my family advised me to switch because of the low salary in that field. I recognize that it’s a valid concern, especially in West Virginia, where […]

I’m feeling a bit uncertain about my path in healthcare. I have my GED and will soon complete my billing and coding certification, but I’m starting to question if that’s the right direction for me. I’m passionate about healthcare and love working with individuals who have neurological disorders and diseases. […]

Making College and ADHD Work Together I graduated with my AA in 2020, long before I realized I had ADHD. Looking back, it definitely explains the challenges I faced. Since then, my symptoms have intensified, and now I’m feeling anxious about pursuing my Bachelor’s degree. I’ve already completed several general […]

I’ve been struggling with one illness after another this semester, and I’m seriously considering giving up entirely. To give you some background, I’m a 23-year-old who decided to return to college less than a year after being diagnosed with epilepsy. Managing my condition has been challenging, and I’ve been working […]

Concerns About My Major Hi everyone! I’m a freshman in college majoring in Computer Science, but after nearly a year, I’ve come to realize it’s not the right fit for me. I tried switching to Health Science, which I’m really passionate about, but unfortunately, I was rejected due to GPA […]

Experiencing ADHD in college has been quite a journey for me. I often find myself either deeply engaged in my studies or lying in bed, aware of all the assignments I need to tackle. I clearly recall when I became overly fixated on my college experience, talking about it endlessly […]

Is anyone else feeling physically unwell due to college? As a first-year online student, I’m really struggling this term. My first semester was actually a breeze—I was able to complete most of my assignments by Thursday with hardly any stress. I never imagined I’d find college so manageable! But this […]

Did anyone else see an increase in their tax refund thanks to the 1098-T form? I got mine a couple of weeks ago and I’m planning to file my taxes next week. I’m covering my expenses out of pocket after financial aid (no loans for me). My mom is worried […]