The traditional educational path often falls short for both students and the colleges they attend, with over 30% of freshmen failing to return to their initial college.
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Transitioning from a Gap Year to College (Part 1)
By Anna Nickerson, Babson College Class of 2022 Anna near Boulder CO before embarking on her gap year. When I first took a gap year, I got a flood of questions from friends; “Will you feel weird about not still being in our graduating class? What about college? Can you defer? Are you planning to … Continue reading Transitioning from a Gap Year to College (Part 1)
Interview with Lucia Poggi (UChicago ’23)
Interview by Anna Nickerson Photo: Lucia (left) on the campaign trail in Northern Virginia! It is a common misconception that in order to take a gap year, you must travel abroad extensively. Many students choose to forgo travel-based programs and focus on other opportunities, such as Gapper Lucia Poggi. Lucia just finished up her gap … Continue reading Interview with Lucia Poggi (UChicago ’23)
Six Questions Most Students Ask Before Taking A Gap Year
Photo Credit: GYS student Would I be behind after taking a Gap Year? Absolutely not! We understand that this is a common concern of both students and parents though. One of the ways they express their concern is wondering if missing math or not being "academic” for a year will cause a form of learning “atrophy”. … Continue reading Six Questions Most Students Ask Before Taking A Gap Year
How My Gap Year Made Me A Better College Student (And Better Person)
After 13 years of rigorous academics in a very competitive school system, I felt burnout and lacked the motivation to continue on with my studies. I performed well in the classes I enjoyed, but not so well in others that bored me. Learning in the classroom was no longer something I enjoyed, it was something … Continue reading How My Gap Year Made Me A Better College Student (And Better Person)
