The College Essay Guy Podcast: A Practical Guide to College Admissions 210: The Being Not-Rich Guide
Sep 6, 2019
Lauren Schandevel, a determined 4th year Public Policy student from the University of Michigan, joins to discuss her impactful 'Being Not-Rich' Guide aimed at helping low-income students navigate college. She shares the inspiration behind the guide and how it addresses the inequities faced by disadvantaged students. They delve into the challenges these students encounter at institutions unsympathetic to their needs and provide tips for creating similar resources. A must-listen for anyone looking to empower themselves or others in the education system!
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Frustration with Existing Guide
- Lauren Schandevel was frustrated with the University of Michigan's affordability guide.
- It advised low-income students to "fire your maid" to save money.
Channeling Frustration
- Lauren realized channeling student frustration into something productive would be useful.
- She started the "Being Not Rich" guide as a crowdsourced Google Doc.
Lauren's Background
- Lauren transferred to a wealthier high school, then followed peers to the University of Michigan.
- This eased her transition but delayed her realization of socioeconomic differences.