Tashon Zeigler
Science Leadership Academy, Class of 2022
Lincoln University, Class of 2026, B.S., Computer Science 
“College taught me how to collaborate with others,  
communicate professionally, manage my time, and push  
through challenges even when things became difficult.  
I encourage you to network early, join organizations,  
ask questions, and not be afraid to stand out. Everyone’s  
path looks different, and you do not have to fit into one box  
to be successful.”
“Everyone’s path 
looks different,  
and you do not 
have to fit into 
one box.”
Autumn Polen
Carver High School, Class of 2022
Kutztown University, Class of 2026, B.S., Psychology 
“As a first-generation-to-college student, I chose to go  
to college because watching the adversity my parents faced  
made me constantly think about what I needed to do to create  
a better future for myself. Their struggles motivated me  
to improve my opportunities, create security, and open  
doors that may not have been available to my family before.”
“To create a better 
future for myself.”
Mariama Barrie
George Washington High School, Class of 2022
Johns Hopkins University, Class of 2026,  
   B.S., Molecular and Cellular Biology
“College helped me learn more about the profession I want  
to enter and the different paths available within that field.  
I explored my academic interests more deeply to understand  
what kind of work I could see myself doing long-term.  
Many of my professors were doing research in areas that  
interested me and helped me learn more about career options.”
“College helped me 
learn more about  
the profession  
I want to enter 
and the different 
paths available 
within that field.”
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Why College?
Making the decision to attend college is one of the most important choices you will make —  
it will impact the rest of your life. As you decide on the right course for you, we invite you  
to hear about these students’ personal experiences.

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