Celebrating CBI Impact!
Join us in celebrating our CollegeBound Initiative (CBI) students and alumni!
As our CBI seniors and alumni get ready for the next chapter in their story, we asked them what wisdom they would pass down to their peers who are preparing for college applications and going to college. Read on to meet and hear from some of the incredible young people in our CBI network! Then, send a special edition CBI e-card to a young person in your life!
CollegeBound to College grads!
Congratulations to our CBI alumni who have gone from CollegeBound to College Graduates! As they look ahead to the next step in their lives, we asked what words of advice they’d pass along to the Class of 2022 as they get ready to embark on their own postsecondary journey – click through to meet some of our CBI alumni and read their amazing advice to our graduating high school seniors!
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Brittni
CUNY The City College of New York
B.A. Psychology
Double minor Anthropology and Art History
“Don’t give up, even if it feels impossible! You got this!”
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Javier
Buena Vista University
B.A. Digital Media
“Have fun! College is a place where you get to meet new people, experiment with your interests and career goals, and make memories that will last a lifetime.”
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Ny-asia
Long Island University
B.S. Fashion Merchandising
“Do what you love, money and success will come regardless!”
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Anya
Boston University
Bachelors of Arts and Science
“Remember that your life is only beginning, and only getting better from here!”
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Tasmia
The New School University
B.A. Journalism and Design
“College life goes by really fast. Take your time to get familiar with your surroundings and make the best of it whether it’s finding a studying place on campus or joining events/clubs. Create a memory of your own on campus, especially if you’re a commuter.”
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Leonardo
SUNY Buffalo State College
B.A. Music
“Do everything in advance! College applications, supplementary essays, FAFSA, TAP… it will help you in the long run!”
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Sena
Fordham University
B.S. Political Science
“Do not stress about the major you pick because college gives you the chance to figure out what you truly are interested in.”
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Jariza
LaGuardia Community College
Associate Degree, Early Childhood Education
“Be prepared because life is going to get very real.”
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Caylin
SUNY Plattsburgh
B.A. English
“Find a study method that works for you and do not be afraid to ask for help.”
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Seerat
CUNY City College
Bachelors of Science
“Do your own research in what classes you need to take…Take a ton of different programs or internships in your first year so you truly know what you want to major in!!”
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Eric
Gabelli School of Business at Fordham University
Master’s in Management
“One of my favorite quotes is ‘Start by doing what’s necessary, then do what’s possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible.’”
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Hillary
Gettysburg College
Bachelors in Liberal Arts
“It is ok to feel scared. Take on opportunities offered at your college and be open to different things because it will help your growth into adulthood.”
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Rosabella
Binghamton University
Bachelors in sociology
“Time management is key and going to office hours can be helpful. Do not stress yourself out and stay positive.”
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Wu
Union College
B.S. Mechanical Engineering
“Find something that interests you and keep holding on to it. I was very ambitious in high school, as I thought of studying engineering and then going on to build a big spaceship. After taking my engineering major courses, I realized it is a lot tougher and the field can get competitive. In the middle of my college years, I was disappointed to think this may not be my path. But I loved making things work and it’s the reason I chose engineering. I held on to that passion tightly to get through my courses and I landed an opportunity to do research which took me to conferences and worldwide competitions. So, remember to hold onto that passion that got you started in the first place.”
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Hamna
Lafayette College
Bachelor of Arts
“Seek discomfort. Learn to be okay with not fitting in always or being uncomfortable, that’s when you grow the most.”
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Nazifa
Skidmore College
Bachleors in Management and Business
“Don’t be afraid to try new things. If you join a club or class, sit next to people and just throw yourself in. It’ll force you to get out there until you get comfortable!”
Meet our CollegeBound students…
We are so proud of our CBI seniors for committing to the next step in their postsecondary lives! See where our CBI seniors are heading next and some of their advice for rising seniors!
Kellie
Committed to SUNY Plattsburgh
Kimika
Pursuing her love for fashion at SUNY FIT
Jahcenya
Heading to Hartwick College
Mahzabin
Taking the next step at Hunter College
Deniss
Onwards to BMCC!
Taliyah
Duke University, get ready for Taliyah!
Delaney
Brown University, here comes Delaney!
Asiamae
Taking the next step at Stanford University
My advice for rising seniors is to take it one step at a time and not stress yourself out; it’s not worth it and you’ll only exhaust yourself!
Jahcenya, going to Hartwick College
It is important to be organized … Visit colleges and if you are unable to do so, complete one virtually. It is also important to have two savings accounts – one in a bank and one in a piggy bank strictly for college.
Kimika, making it fashion at SUNY FIT
Luis
Heading to Lawrence University
Heather
Landing at Lafayette University
Yonick
Going to Brown University
Crismerly
Committing to Wesleyan University
Vismeiry
Matched with Columbia University
Umar
Northwestern University, Class of 2026
Shatoni
Soon-to-be freshman at Tufts University
Lucia
Destined for great things at Boston College
Don’t ever give up, better days are coming! Giving up might seem like the best option but in reality, when it’s all over you will be happier than ever!
Kellie, heading to SUNY Plattsburgh
Take your time and be set for what’s about to come – but always go with the flow and have fun.
Deniss, attending Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC)
Samia
Building their future at CUNY Baruch College
Kenny
Heading west to Stanford University
Joseph
Taking the next step at Babson College
Jasaiya
Beginning a new chapter at Hamilton College
Kristen
Getting ready for DePauw University
Brittany
Tackling new adventures at Vanderbilt University
Edna
Onwards to Lafayette College
Ryan
Ready for Middlebury College
Don’t put off work till tomorrow what you can do today. Be honest. Enjoy your senior year. Take time to make the right decisions and don’t rush.
Mahzabin, heading to Hunter College
Alan
Future alumni of DePauw University!
Jillary
Beginning her education in nursing at CUNY Bronx Community College.
Melody
Exploring psychology at City College
Chima
Changing the face of leadership
Work diligently and try not to procrastinate.
Samia, building their future at CUNY Baruch College
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A Shoutout to our CBI Team
Our directors of college counseling (DCCs), college transition coaches (CTCs), and CBI support and executive staff have decades upon decades of experience with closing the “degree divide.” With their expertise and leadership, we help approximately 15,000 students each year explore higher education and postsecondary opportunities – and realize their full potential. Learn more about our approach to College Access and Success.
