Who Am I, if Not a Student?Reflections While on the Brink of Graduation
Reflecting on my college journey, I am filled with a symphony of emotions—gratitude,pride, and nostalgia. Attending a university in the heart of Boston has been atransformative experience, shaping me academically, personally, and socially. This periodhas been one of growth, self-discovery, and invaluable lessons that have illuminated mypath forward, especially with the emergence of the COVID-19…
Comparisons are the Thief of Joy
Comparison is often called the thief of joy, but how many of us fall victim to it every day without even noticing? Logically, this phrase makes sense; we are all our own beings, but in practice, avoiding comparison is one of the hardest things to do, especially in college. For as long as I can…
Happy New Year! And a heartfelt Thank You to our Donors.
2024 was an exciting year for ACE, and we anticipate an even more thrilling 2025. One change we’re implementing is in our student blogs. In response to many donors expressing interest in the career paths of ACE graduates, we will feature a few alumni this year, highlighting their graduation years and current employment.
The Power of ACE, A Coaches Perspective
I’ve been with ACE for about nine years, and this summer marked the first time I assisted in facilitating the students’ onboarding week. The Onboarding Program is designed to simulate the first semester of college and is an intensive week where students learn essential skills for college success. During Onboarding, I got to know each…
2024 Summer Newsletter
Summer Edition Meet the 2024 ACE Graduates Your support has contributed to the success of our recent graduates. Please join us as we recognize the 2024 ACE Graduates. Tiffany Soares; Graduate of Holy Cross College with a B.A. in Psychology. Xenia Funes; Graduate of Salem State University with a Major in English and a Minor…
Leveraging your College Experience outside of Academics
Now that I am entering my final year of education at Harvard, looking back, there are many things that I would tell my first-year self. However, the most important lesson that I have learned is that you must create your own college experience. What does this mean? There is no one college experience or typical…
From Pandemic Beginnings to Senior Reflections My Journey Through B.U.
Pre-Medical Student, Boston University – As I sit down to pen this reflection on my college journey, I realize that the reality of my transformation over these past four years at Boston University (BU) is both profound and multifaceted. Entering college at the onset of a global pandemic, navigating through the unique dynamics of a…
Building on Your Strengths: The Value of Utilizing CliftonStrengths
5…4….3…2…1…Happy New Year! Hopefully, you’ve spent some time reflecting on the past year and thinking about the year ahead. Whether you are a first-year student or approaching your last semester of college, it is important to discover your unique strengths and how they shape your relationships with other people. Gaining clarity to your life as…