I’m living with a stranger!

“I’m really nervous about living with someone I’ve never met before. Any advice?” RANDOM ROOMMATE ASSIGNMENT. I love it so much; it fills my heart with joy thinking about all of the 18-year-olds in the country who are about to be thrown into a living space (smaller than the bedroom they grew up in) with […]
Summer Orientation: Don’t stress

Headed to new student orientation this summer? 4 things you DON’T need to stress over (that everyone else will) 1. Your room assignment. Most of you will have an overnight stay as part of your summer orientation experience. Don’t stress over this. It’s only for a few nights (or maybe even just one). If your orientation […]
I just graduated from high school. Now what?

“I just graduated from high school. Now what?!” The majority of our Nashville/Brentwood/Franklin schools had high school graduation last weekend. Personally, I got to watch my little brother graduate on Saturday afternoon and my littlest sister graduate a few weekends ago. High school graduation can be super anti-climactic. You are done with high school, but […]
I leave for college this weekend. Help!

“I leave for college this weekend! I’m so excited but afraid I’m going to miss something important. What are the top five things I need to do, pack, etc?” First of all, just take a deeeeep breath. As the cliche goes, don’t sweat the small stuff. Enjoy your last few days at home and get […]
How do I make my gap year meaningful?

“I decided to take a year off between high school and college. I am staying home and have an internship lined up. I feel good about my decision but am a bit worried about what my life will be like when all of my friends leave for college. Any advice you have for me?” I […]
Should my high school friend be my college roommate?

“Should my high school friend be my college roommate?” I hear this question a lot. No matter who your college roommate is–your life long best friend, a high school acquaintance, a girl you met at orientation, or a random assignment, it is going to be difficult. Many of you have never shared a bedroom or […]