When mom isn't there to fix it

by CPhillips | Aug 9, 2017 | Campus Life, College Life, College Resources, Communications, leadership, personal growth, School, Sorority, writing

You were the top of your class in high school. You got that scholarship you wanted. You’ve made straight A’s all your life. Then, something happens. You fail your first test in college. Your high school sweetheart dumps you for a new girl he met in college. You don’t...

The doctor is in

by CPhillips | Aug 2, 2017 | Campus Life, College Life, College Resources, motivation, personal growth, School, Sorority, youth engagement

I was surprised to learn how many young women had never been to the doctor on their own. When you move off to college, you need to take ownership of your healthcare. Make sure you know any allergies you have to medication. It’s also a good idea to have some over the...

How safe are you?

by CPhillips | Jul 26, 2017 | College Life, Communications, leadership, personal growth, satisfaction, School, writing

Everyone likes to think nothing bad is going to happen to them. And most of the time, you’re right. However, you can also do things that will guarantee you’re more likely get home safe each night. Protecting yourself needs to be your top priority. Over the years, I’ve...

Do you have basic survival skills?

by CPhillips | Jul 19, 2017 | College Life, leadership, motivation, personal growth, School, Sorority, writing

So you’re headed to college and moving away from home. It’s exciting and a little nerve racking all at the same time. Do you have the basic skills in your arsenal to survive living on your own? Before you pack the first box, make sure you’ve got these essentials...