Wily Scholars Among College Students Hit Hardest by COVID-19 Pandemic
This year, as the coronavirus pandemic continues, returning to or entering college is looking very different for students. While some universities have allowed students back on campus for in-person learning, other schools are instituting […]
Virtual Discussion with Steve Pemberton: His Chance in the World and Creating Chances for Others
Novels have the ability to transform, illustrate and even inspire a new beginning. Learning about a person’s point of view or life story can lead […]
The Wily Network Awarded $100,000 Cummings Foundation Grant
We are so honored to be one of 130 local nonprofits who received a Cummings Foundation Grant in 2020. The Wily Network was “chosen from a total of 738 applicants during a competitive review process” Read the Cummings Foundation’s press release The Taunton Daily Gazette’s article highlighting the foundation’s 2020 grant recipients shows that we were […]
First scholar from Boston nonprofit for struggling youth, The Wily Network, graduates from UMass Dartmouth
Read an interview with Eric James, the first ever Wily Scholar, by the Boston Herald. James discusses his journey from being unsure how he was going to “live on a daily basis” to graduating UMass Dartmouth with a degree in criminal justice and three courthouse internships under his belt. […]
Spotlight on Michael Julian
Michael Julian, board member since 2016, has enthusiastically supported Wily since our first year of working with students. He has spoken about his personal experiences as a college student without family support at several Wily events and shares his story with us here […]
Wondering How to Fit It All in Your College Schedule?
College is full of amazing experiences–classes, clubs, sports, campus spots and activities. It is also full of readings, minor tasks, pop quizzes, and exams. Add to that a part-time job, volunteer work, group studies […]
10 Tips to Deal with Stress
Three out of 10 college students reported that stress had a negative impact on their academic performance, according to the 2018 National College Health Assessment. Instead of ignoring stress, let’s […]
Great Places to Study In and Around Boston
Studying is the common denominator of the student life, and this is especially true during finals season. The good news is there are dozens of places in and around Boston to inspire you […]
#GivingTuesday Is More than a Hashtag
For the past six years, the charitable season has started with a new milestone: #GivingTuesday. It has become a new phenomenon that takes aim at the commercialism of the holiday season and is a chance for us to think […]
Expressing Gratitude over the Holiday Season
Thanksgiving is the beginning of the winter holiday season, and many students look forward to the long weekend packed with food, family, and friends. For some students, going home is not an option. This year […]
