20 min listen
Under Pressure from Mom to Finish, But Questioning If College Is for Her
Under Pressure from Mom to Finish, But Questioning If College Is for Her
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Length:
20 minutes
Released:
Jan 18, 2021
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Podcast episode
Description
Shelsea is a college student undecided about her future, and wondering whether she wants to be in school at all. But she feels pressured by her Haitian mom to finish her degree. Then, a seasoned college counselor shares strategies for figuring out your own path and engaging your loved ones in the process.Our expert this week is Sharon Williams, college counselor at the University of Chicago Laboratory High School. Sharon recommends the following community organizations and resources to support students along their educational journey:PosseQuestbridgeJack Kent Cooke FoundationAnd for students in the Chicago area:High Jump Link UnlimitedChicago ScholarsIf you loved this episode, be sure to listen to She Had to Choose Her Career Over Her Parents, and She Loves Her Work, Her Parents Don't Get It.We’d love to hear your stories of triumph and frustration so send us a detailed voice memo to hello@talktomamipapi.com. You might be on a future episode! Let’s connect on Twitter and Instagram at @TalkToMamiPapi and email us at hello@talktomamipapi.com. And subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts.
Released:
Jan 18, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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