by Maeve Hackman | Nov 5, 2024 | Blog
Chloe Shafer’s college journey as a first-generation student was a blend of daunting challenges and empowering self-discovery. Growing up in an under-resourced public school in central Ohio, Chloe did not have much exposure to higher education until they became a...
by Maeve Hackman | Nov 4, 2024 | Blog
For Joshua Perez, navigating college as a first-generation student meant finding his way mostly on his own. Joshua’s journey started with limited resources in helping him get there, but his lifelong “thirst for knowledge” set him on a path of self-discovery. In high...
by Maeve Hackman | Aug 22, 2024 | Blog
College Now, in collaboration with Sherwin Williams, recently launched an engaging summer program designed to expose middle and high school students to career opportunities in various fields, mainly focusing on STEM and business. Held over two-week sessions, this...
by Maeve Hackman | Jul 18, 2024 | Blog
When it comes to returning to school as an adult, most adult learners face challenges that their peers do not have to overcome. They are often the oldest of their classmates, must work while attending school and more. Already facing these challenges, Amy Xue, adult...
by Maeve Hackman | Jun 12, 2024 | Blog
When attending undergrad, students are presented with an array of opportunities to enrich their educational experiences. This was the case for Stefani Garcia, a student at Case Western Reserve University. In fall 2023, Stefani was a recipient of the Gillman...
