Category: Student Stories

“I first visited a college during my freshman year of high school. I had no idea what the college process or experience even was. I didn’t even know how or

“As a North Philadelphia native, I found myself significantly behind my peers academically during my time at Penn State. However, this only pushed me harder to get help. I wanted

“As a Heights Volunteer and alum, I want to be able to connect with students and provide a sense of leadership through my journey and story.”   Troy, now a

Marlena is a Heights alum and a graduate of West Chester University, where she earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in criminal justice. Since beginning with Heights in 2005 as

“[Heights] made it a point to show us that college wasn’t the only option.”

“My mother wanted a better life for her children.”

“Introducing me to a small liberal arts college was the foundation for my success.”

“College was something I seldom considered until I joined [Heights].”

“My biggest takeaway from [Heights] was that I belong in the room.”