This article is part of a series of women’s college features written by L. N. Holmes. The last article featured Scripps College. Located in the third …
The World Is Your Classroom
Backpacking across Europe. Spending the year after high school graduation encumbered by nothing but a travel-worn pack and a map of exotic places. It’s a …
Professionalism and Personal Development at Sunny Scripps College
This article is part of a series of women’s college features written by L. N. Holmes. The first two features cover Salem College and Mount …
Calling All Freshmen: Homesickness and Emotional Wellness
Natalie was excited about college. She had grown up in a small town in the Midwest, and she had travelled a little — just enough, …
Write a Winning Scholarship Essay
You’ve almost finished the application for a scholarship big enough to take a serious bite out of next year’s tuition. You’ve done your research on …
Brush Up Your Grammar
Grammar: a necessary evil in the writing process. It’s all fun and games while you are composing. You can get lost in your ideas during …
Scholarship Spotlight: Online College Plan
One thing that most of us can agree on in this wild and crazy world is that we believe education is the key to success. …
My Career Collage: Crafting Your Future as a Work of Art from the Inside
Thinking about your career path can be a cruel business. Pressure rains down in the most unexpected places. At the hair salon: “So what are …
Natalie’s Wish
High schoolers Danielle Layman (left) and I (right) volunteered with Make-A-Wish Foundation to help Natalie’s wish come true. Have you ever had a wish? Natalie …