Year: 2026

There are two phrases that quietly hold a lot of students back in college: “I’ll figure it out later.”“I don’t want to look dumb.” They seem harmless. Normal, even. But over time, they can cost you more than you realize. In one situation, it looks like swiping a credit card…

One of the most subtle traps in college isn’t loneliness—it’s comfort. You meet people quickly. They live down the hall, sit next to you in class, or end up in your routine without much effort. At first, it feels like everything is clicking. You’ve found your people. You have plans…

This episode is Part 2 of our College Stories series, where we read real stories from college students so you can learn from their experiences before you ever step on campus. In this episode, we dive into three new situations: settling for easy friendships instead of meaningful ones, falling into…

This is something we talked through on the podcast this week, and it’s such a helpful way to approach your first semester. Consider doing this with a friend or two! Find A Church By Thanksgiving Finding a new church at college is a critical step in the process of connecting…

You don’t need to be best friends with your roommate… but you do need to be able to live together well. A lot of roommate issues don’t come from big problems—they come from unspoken expectations. The good news? A few honest questions before move-in day can save you a lot…

As you get closer to graduation, it’s easy to assume you’ll just “figure it out” when you get to college—but these stories show how quickly things can feel overwhelming without a plan. In Part 1 of this 2-part series, we’re reading real college stories from students so you can learn…

College is full of moments where you get to decide who you’re going to be—and a lot of that comes down to how you handle freedom. No one is waking you up for class, checking where you are at night, or reminding you of your priorities. That can feel amazing……

Starting college comes with a mix of excitement and uncertainty, but one thing most students don’t expect is how much their safety—and success—depends on the small, everyday choices they make. It’s not usually the big, dramatic situations that cause problems on campus. More often, it’s the simple things: leaving your…

You’re about to step into a new level of independence, and this episode walks you through how to stay safe while doing it. Scott Thurmond explains that campus police aren’t there to “catch” you—they’re there to help you succeed and make it to graduation. Most safety issues on campus come…

No one really warns you about this part of college. You move into a dorm. You’re constantly around people. There’s always something happening. And yet, at some point, almost every student feels it: loneliness. It doesn’t mean something is wrong with you. It doesn’t mean you picked the wrong school.…