#WeBelongInCollege

Research has shown that students sharing stories can help others realize they are not alone and encourage them to persist through their challenges. From March to October 2020, we challenged students to share their stories of struggle and triumph while getting to or through college. Students shared their stories on social media using the hashtag #WeBelongInCollege. We received more than 400 submissions and awarded 30 $1,000 scholarships to students with exceptional stories of strength and resilience.

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Can Sharing Your Story Change The World? [Video]

In this video, Enoch Jemmott explains the #WeBelongInCollege Campaign and why we created it.

Create Your Own #WeBelongInCollege Story

Here's a step-by-step guide to help you create your own #WeBelongInCollege story

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#WeBelongInCollege Scholarship Winners

Meet the #WeBelongInCollege Scholarship winners and listen to their stories of persistence in their college pursuits.

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Featured #WeBelongInCollege Stories

Watch, listen, and read these inspiring #WeBelongInCollege stories! Stories are organized by topic and each offers great advice to help you come to realize you are not alone and you belong in college.

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Resources For Educators & Partners

Welcome educators! Here you will find everything you need to engage your students in the #WeBelongInCollege campaign.

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Learn About The PERSONAL STATEMENT Film

PERSONAL STATEMENT shares the stories of three high school students who are struggling to get themselves and their peers to college. This film inspired the #WeBelongInCollege campaign.

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