This fall, College Possible Omaha hosted another series of Mission Possible Career Panels at eight partner high schools, bringing volunteers in to share their experiences and career journeys. Throughout October…
A Dual Degree and a Deeper Purpose In May 2025, Moolaweh graduated from the University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO) cum laude with not one, but two degrees—a B.A. in English…
Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is one of the most important steps a student can take on the path to higher education. Research from the National…
For Hector, the path to college was anything but simple. A first-generation college student, he grew up watching his parents work tirelessly to build a better future for their children…
Last month, we joined our partners at The Simple Foundation (TSF) and the Omaha Housing Authority for their annual Back-to-School Bash. More than 2,000 community members attended, lining up hours…
Before we dove into the school year, advising specialists engaged in robust, hands-on training designed to strengthen their coaching skills and equip them with the tools they need to guide…
In early August, the College Possible Omaha team joined United Way of the Midlands for Shine Bright, a multi-day volunteer event that provides students with hygiene products to help them…
“Construction isn’t just about buildings. It’s about building people’s lives,” says Saw Htoo, who began his first semester at the University of Nebraska Omaha this fall. For the first-generation student,…
Each year on the last Thursday of July, National Intern Day celebrates the important role internships play in helping students gain real-world experience. But for College Possible students Shania and…
For much of high school, Anthony believed his future was under the hood of a car. As part of the automotive track at Ralston High School, he spent his days…
At College Possible Omaha, we’ve always been committed to helping students unlock their full potential. For 14 years, that commitment was brought to life by AmeriCorps members who served as…
This story was written by Mackenzie Bledsoe, Faustine’s college access coach and former AmeriCorps service member at College Possible Omaha. College freshman Faustine joined College Possible during her junior year…
Maryrose has always said yes to a good opportunity. When she was accepted into College Possible Texas while attending Connally High School, she jumped at the opportunity. "That's cool," she…
For recent college graduates, the question of what comes next can be both exciting and overwhelming. Should you jump into a traditional career? Go to graduate school? Take time to…
