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Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Names 571 High School Seniors as College Scholarship Semifinalists
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Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Names 571 High School Seniors as College Scholarship Semifinalists

The Cooke Foundation selects the newest cohort of semifinalists for their College Scholarship amidst the college affordability crisis.
LANSDOWNE, VIRGINIA (JANUARY 23, 2025) – With college affordability becoming...

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The Power of Asking for Help: How Guidance and Courage Transformed My Academic Future
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The Power of Asking for Help: How Guidance and Courage Transformed My Academic Future

Written by Arsany Mason

Born in Egypt and relocating to the United States at age four, my childhood was shaped by profound challenges. By five, I was in foster care, and though I was adopted at 10, I re-entered...

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December 2024 Newsletter
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December 2024 Newsletter

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Celebrating a Trailblazer
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Celebrating a Trailblazer

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Happy Birthday, Mr. Cooke!
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Happy Birthday, Mr. Cooke!

Through the Foundation, Mr. Cooke’s spirit lives on.
This week, we celebrate the birthday of the visionary Jack Kent Cooke and reflect on his incredible legacy. Born in 1912 in Ontario, Canada, Mr. Cooke’s life ...

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Navigating Homesickness and Loneliness in College: A Guide for New Students
Tips for Community College Students

Navigating Homesickness and Loneliness in College: A Guide…

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First Generation Student Resources
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First Generation Student Resources

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September 2024 Newsletter
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September 2024 Newsletter

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