Kaitlin Tom
Kaitlin Tom. UAF photo by JR Ancheta.
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Hometown: Newtok
What words of advice do you have for seniors in high school right now?
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Your school counselor and, once you get to college, meet with your Rural Student Services advisor.
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Do you have any advice or suggestions about financial aid?
Getting good grades = good GPA = more or continued scholarship funding = no loans = no debt = but broke sometimes = no debt though! There are on-campus jobs that can work with your schedule if you need extra cash, but you are mainly here for college. Focus on finishing out the whole semester!
What is your reason for continuing your education? Why are you a student?
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How do you suggest students overcome roadblocks or any challenges they face along the way?
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What are some things you did that helped you prepare for college?
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