Transition to College
The transition from high school to college is challenging even for those who are prepared. We had many conversations with our students and alumni on how we can best support our students during this time. Here are some articles we found helpful. Please let us know if you have any to add!
ZF’s High School to College Transition Strategy Guide (Zenie Foundation)
We realize some may transition to college not directly from high school. We hope anyone beginning their college career will find this information useful.
Life is a Work in Progress (Frank Zenie)
In 1973, Yogi Berra, the great baseball player and then manager, motivated his struggling team by reminding them; “It ain’t over, till it’s over”. This sage advice is even more true of life itself. Life is a work in progress. Most of us are fully capable of learning, growing and developing wisdom. Whether we are a student, a young adult or a mature adult, we have work to do. This brief commentary describes how we can learn from failure and offers a pragmatic roadmap down your “yellow brick road*” to personal success. * From: The Wizard of Oz
Dave Ramsey tells students: Skip the 'dream' college and go to the school where you can afford (CNBC)
Aligning with the ZF culture, this article talks about the importance of making financial decisions within what you can afford...financial responsibility, a core tenet of being an effective adult.
The Story That Isn’t Being Told About College Affordability (Forbes) **NEW**
Highlights the crucial role of regional public universities, which educate 70% of students in public four-year institutions, offering high quality education, affordable tuition and low student debt while preparing students for meaningful careers.
ZF’s High School to College Transition Strategy Guide (Zenie Foundation)
We realize some may transition to college not directly from high school. We hope anyone beginning their college career will find this information useful.
Life is a Work in Progress (Frank Zenie)
In 1973, Yogi Berra, the great baseball player and then manager, motivated his struggling team by reminding them; “It ain’t over, till it’s over”. This sage advice is even more true of life itself. Life is a work in progress. Most of us are fully capable of learning, growing and developing wisdom. Whether we are a student, a young adult or a mature adult, we have work to do. This brief commentary describes how we can learn from failure and offers a pragmatic roadmap down your “yellow brick road*” to personal success. * From: The Wizard of Oz
Dave Ramsey tells students: Skip the 'dream' college and go to the school where you can afford (CNBC)
Aligning with the ZF culture, this article talks about the importance of making financial decisions within what you can afford...financial responsibility, a core tenet of being an effective adult.
The Story That Isn’t Being Told About College Affordability (Forbes) **NEW**
Highlights the crucial role of regional public universities, which educate 70% of students in public four-year institutions, offering high quality education, affordable tuition and low student debt while preparing students for meaningful careers.