Student Contributors
Fastweb's Student Contributors series allows you to gain insight on important student topics as your peers experience student life throughout the academic year.
Discover, learn from and relate to articles written by students of all ages which share first-hand encounters with vital student endeavors, such as scholarship search and college admissions processes, which matter most to you.
Get to know each of this year's student contributors below!
Piper Megellas, College Freshman
Piper Megellas is currently a freshman at the University of Chicago. She is grateful for the opportunity to return to the Fastweb Student Contributor team for the 2023-2024 season. In her free time, she enjoys baking, reading, and dancing. She hopes to share her love for writing and experiences through her articles.CONTRIBUTING ARTICLES:
Should I Study Abroad? Questions to Consider
Questions to Ask Yourself When Choosing a College
8 Ideas for Spring Break that Aren't Traveling
Tips for Creating a Resume as a College Student
Tips to Become a Better Public Speaker
8 Meaningful Gifts for a Friend
How to Reuse College and Scholarship Essays Effectively
How to Apply for National Merit Scholarship
What is the PSAT and How Can I Score Well?
Harmless Senior Pranks that Won't Get You in Trouble
Take a Cruise, Earn College Credit: Semester at Sea
New Year's Resolutions for Incoming College Freshmen
Full Scholarship Summer Programs for High Schoolers
The "Why this School?" Essay -- the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
How to Ask for Letters of Recommendation in Four Steps
FAFSA Tips You Might Not Know -- But Should
Students: What to Do Over the Summer
What is Test Anxiety and How Can you Beat It?
120 Years: History of Prom (And Trends for 2022)
How to Aim High as a Student at a Rural High School
7 Things All LGBTQ+ Allies Should Do
7 Scrumptious Cookie Recipes for the Holiday Season
7 Squid Game Life Lessons (Minus the Risk)
Why High School Guidance Counselors are a Valuable Resource
Ten Brilliant Back-to-School Hacks for Students
Returning Home as an Out-of-State-Student
Questions to Ask Yourself When Choosing a College
8 Ideas for Spring Break that Aren't Traveling
Tips for Creating a Resume as a College Student
Tips to Become a Better Public Speaker
8 Meaningful Gifts for a Friend
How to Reuse College and Scholarship Essays Effectively
How to Apply for National Merit Scholarship
What is the PSAT and How Can I Score Well?
Harmless Senior Pranks that Won't Get You in Trouble
Take a Cruise, Earn College Credit: Semester at Sea
New Year's Resolutions for Incoming College Freshmen
Full Scholarship Summer Programs for High Schoolers
The "Why this School?" Essay -- the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
How to Ask for Letters of Recommendation in Four Steps
FAFSA Tips You Might Not Know -- But Should
Students: What to Do Over the Summer
What is Test Anxiety and How Can you Beat It?
120 Years: History of Prom (And Trends for 2022)
How to Aim High as a Student at a Rural High School
7 Things All LGBTQ+ Allies Should Do
7 Scrumptious Cookie Recipes for the Holiday Season
7 Squid Game Life Lessons (Minus the Risk)
Why High School Guidance Counselors are a Valuable Resource
Ten Brilliant Back-to-School Hacks for Students
Returning Home as an Out-of-State-Student
Jessica Ramirez, High School Senior
Jessica Ramirez is a senior at Carl Sandburg Highschool in Illinois. She holds leadership positions at her school in the Fempower Club and the National Spanish Honor Society. Above all, Jessica is passionate about helping others through tutoring, volunteering at hospitals, and empowering marginalized communities. Jessica hopes that her writing can help other students successfully navigate through school and the college application process.CONTRIBUTING ARTICLES:
What To Do If Your Parents Disagree With Your College Decision
Tips for Your College Interview
Things to Do Before Graduation
High School Class Rings: Pros and Cons
Senior Yearbook Superlatives
Honors vs. AP Classes: Which is Right for You?
Overwhelmed and Overcommitted: Finding Balance as a Student
Tips for Your College Interview
Things to Do Before Graduation
High School Class Rings: Pros and Cons
Senior Yearbook Superlatives
Honors vs. AP Classes: Which is Right for You?
Overwhelmed and Overcommitted: Finding Balance as a Student
Piper McGuffey, High School Senior
Piper McGuffey is a Senior at Great Crossing High School in Kentucky. She’s a part of her school's National Honor Society Chapter, Student Council, and Warhawk ambassadors (Student Representatives), and is the president of her 2023-2024 Beta Club Chapter. She also spends a good amount of time volunteering throughout her community as a food bank volunteer with the Amen House, and as a student representative at the Scott County Public Library as a part of their Teen Advisory Board. In her spare time, Piper enjoys painting, reading, listening to music, and photography.As a part of this year's fastweb team, Piper wishes to empower and encourage fellow students who are preparing themselves for their futures!
CONTRIBUTING ARTICLES:
How I'm Making My College Decision
How to Start Preparing for Your Graduation Party
Tips to Beat Seasonal Depression
How to Keep Your 2024 Resolutions
Things You Should Know How to Do Before College
The Importance and Impact of Participating in Early Morning Classes
Top Homecoming Themes of 2023
How to Help Your Parents Cope with Your Busy Year
How to Start Preparing for Your Graduation Party
Tips to Beat Seasonal Depression
How to Keep Your 2024 Resolutions
Things You Should Know How to Do Before College
The Importance and Impact of Participating in Early Morning Classes
Top Homecoming Themes of 2023
How to Help Your Parents Cope with Your Busy Year
Zhane Loiseau, High School Senior
Zhane Loiseau is a senior at Deerfield Beach high school in Florida. She is involved in her school’s Mu Alpha Theta club, Speech and Debate Club, Seeds of Fortune, and is also the President of her school’s National Honor Society.CONTRIBUTING ARTICLES:
How to Craft a Thank You Letter
Exploring Creative Backdrops for Senior Year Photos
Books All Student Should Be Required to Read
Distinguishing Applications: Unleashing the Power of Unique Volunteer Experiences
Value of Mentorship in College Prep and Career Development
Colleges with the Best Architecture
Taking the SAT: Junior Or Senior Year?
Are Letterman Jackets In -- or Out?
Exploring Creative Backdrops for Senior Year Photos
Books All Student Should Be Required to Read
Distinguishing Applications: Unleashing the Power of Unique Volunteer Experiences
Value of Mentorship in College Prep and Career Development
Colleges with the Best Architecture
Taking the SAT: Junior Or Senior Year?
Are Letterman Jackets In -- or Out?
Adarsh Vinodh, High School Junior
Adarsh Vinodh is a junior at The School for the Talented and Gifted in Dallas, Texas, and is an aspiring finance major. He has a keen interest in utilizing technology in the finance field to improve decision-making. In addition, he loves writing, math, programming, and spending time with his family.CONTRIBUTING ARTICLES:
Challenging Courses Boost College Readiness
Side Hustles for Students in High School
Life Beyond the Classroom: Extracurricular Activities
Organizing the College Search: A Prerequisite for Senior Year
An Overlooked Aspect of College Learning: Financial Responsibility
The PSAT: What Is It and Should You Take It?
Making Music Part of the Student Experience
Side Hustles for Students in High School
Life Beyond the Classroom: Extracurricular Activities
Organizing the College Search: A Prerequisite for Senior Year
An Overlooked Aspect of College Learning: Financial Responsibility
The PSAT: What Is It and Should You Take It?
Making Music Part of the Student Experience