From First Semester to Commencement: The Journey of Academic Recognition

Melissa W.

Graduation Day is one of the most meaningful milestones in a student's academic journey. When graduates walk across the stage wearing cords, stoles, medallions, and other honors, those symbols represent far more than a single ceremony. They represent years of dedication, perseverance, achievement, and personal growth. 

But the journey of academic recognition doesn't actually begin at commencement. It begins much earlier, often during a student's very first semester of college.

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Find Your Flock: A Guide to LGBTQ+ College Organizations

Melissa W.
College is a whirlwind of new experiences: academics, independence, and (of course) finding your place. For LGBTQ+ students, this journey can be even more significant. That's where LGBTQ+ college organizations come in – offering a safe space, friendly faces, and a chance to truly belong.

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Unified Sports Popular Through Special Olympics College

Melissa W.
The world is abuzz right now with the Tokyo Olympics and we’re having so much fun following along! Since we know which colleges in the US hold the most medals heading into the 2020/2021 Summer Games, we thought we’d highlight an organization that partners with colleges and universities for another type of athletic games: The Special Olympics!

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The Scientista Foundation and International Day of Women and Girls in Science

Melissa W.
Today is International Day of Women and Girls in Science, a celebration of the integral role women play in science and technology fields. There has been a push in recent years to empower girls and women to find an interest in science, as there has been a decline in women embarking on STEM careers. Organizations like The Scientista Foundation are dedicated to such a cause.

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