Essays
These are articles, essays and blog posts written by members of the NAS team and alumni of our programs.
Easy and unbiased access to help
As we honor the more than 21.6 million military veterans who have Served in the…
4 Questions to Ask Yourself When Considering a Continuing Education Program
Should I go to graduate school? Is there an online program I can do while…
An Invitation To Community: Being Yourself
In our last post of this series on community, Jordan Reeves shares his moving reflections…
From Dreams To Reality
Did you ever dream of being in a certain profession when you were little? Of…
Join the Party!
Ready to dance? Taneisha Duggan shares her reflections on the power of community and invites…
The Fable of One Turtle and Four Humans: A Story of Community
How did the turtle cross the road? The answer according to Greg Milo: thanks to…
Growing Together
Laura Gisler shares a beautiful meditation on what community means to her through these drawings…
The World Is Your Classroom (Or Gym)
Naomi Even-Aberle introduces us to her community: her gym. She shares how impactful it can…
Part of Something Bigger
Jaclyn Roessel reflects on the first time she felt like a part of a community,…
A Real Community Will Stretch You
What are the qualities of a rubber band? Flexibility: the ability to bend without breaking.…
Finding Magic In Community
Sometimes joining a new community can open up new, magical worlds that you never…
