This is What First-Gen Day Means to Me: A Message From Isabel Reyes
First-gen college student studying cinema and media studies at UC Davis, Isabel Reyes, shares about what it means to be the first in her family pursuing higher education and how support from Making Waves donors makes a positive impact.
Pitch Perfect: My Tips on How to Discover Your Voice in Public Relations
Loyola Marymount grad Chaylah Williams shares five lessons from PR, social media, and sports media internships.
Navigating the Hidden Curriculum: From Office Hours to Networking
As Making Waves college coaches, we partner with students to help them navigate higher education. Common barriers include the hidden curriculum of higher education, imposter syndrome, and different types of learning in college, such as course schedules, office hours, and networking with professors. Here are tips to overcome these challenges to reach your college and career goals.
Partnering with Your Coach: Developing Agency for Your College Experience
Our students partner with Making Waves coaches to navigate resources, reflect on their experiences, and chart a path forward toward their goals. All of this is rooted in agency and encouraging choice to reinforce informed decision-making. Coaches partner with you in pursuing options that feel attainable with support.