"My name is Delane, often referred to as Blake. My students call me Professor B! I am extremely passionate about helping students maximize the first year college experience and beyond! I began my career in higher education in 2011 as a Financial Aid Counselor at Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) working closely with students and families transitioning to and through college. I gained a wealth of knowledge and experience, but I saw an immediate need to educate students and families PRIOR to making the transition to college. In 2015, I created the TransitionU platform which include sessions/workshops, curriculum, public speaking, coaching, and student workbooks. My most recent publication is The Transition Guide & Journal: A Simple Tool for Students to Help Maximize the College Experience, 3rd ed. (ISBN-13: 978-1798768808). I returned to higher education in 2018 as a Professor teaching First-Year Experience courses at Houston Community College. 

I work directly with students and/or families making the transition to and through college focusing on 2 critical areas, the Academic Plan and the Financial Plan. Here is a list of the specifics topics I cover within each area.

The Academics Plan focuses on:

-Career, Major, & Lifestyle outlook

-Course Selection & Planning

-Key Campus Resources

-Building effective Relationships & Networking

-Time Management 

-Job/Career Research & Comparison 

-Admissions Essay Review   

The Financial Plan focuses on:

-Merit vs. Need based funding

-Understanding the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) & EFC

-Understanding Cost of Attendance (COA) 

-Student Loans, Grants, Work-Study & Scholarship Guidance

-Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeals Process Guidance

-Budgeting Basics

I am able to personalize a plan/lesson for your family based on the need. Services are available in-person and online. Feel free to contact me if have any questions! Let's get started today!" less...