College Steps

06/12/2026

Our Juneblog is here! Check it out: www.collegesteps.org/blog

05/20/2026

Congratulations to Chamel Francois for being named our College Steps Mentor of the Month! Since joining College Steps in September 2025, Chamel has made a positive impact by supporting students with kindness, encouragement, and dedication. We are grateful for the leadership and compassion he brings to our team every day! To learn more, visit: https://www.collegesteps.org/stories/2026/5/20/may-2026-mentor-of-the-month

05/05/2026

04/29/2026

Ella is an exceptional Peer Mentor who builds meaningful connections, empowers students toward independence, and represents the College Steps Program at American International College with compassion and excellence—learn more about Ella here: https://www.collegesteps.org/stories/2026/4/29/april-2026-mentor-of-the-month

04/28/2026

Thank you, College Steps at Kean University!

A huge shoutout to College Steps at Kean University for their generous support of the 'Bake the World a Better Place' fundraiser! 🍪 Your contribution to the YWCA of Union County empowers change and strengthens our community. Together, we’re making a difference, one sweet treat at a time!
Kean University College Steps

04/16/2026

College Steps is designed for neurodiverse students preparing for college, currently enrolled, or navigating the transition in between—especially those with IEPs or 504 Plans who benefit from structured support in academic, social, and life skills.

Learn more and explore helpful resources on our blog:
👉 collegesteps.com/blog

04/02/2026

Awareness matters. Support matters more.

Neurodiverse students face real challenges in college—but with the right support, they can move forward with confidence and independence.

That’s what we do at College Steps.

Apply now: collegesteps.org/apply

03/31/2026

Hear from our Peer Mentor of the Month, Sabat! Sometimes all it takes is one conversation to change a student’s entire outlook. That’s why mentoring means so much to me. Read the full story: https://www.collegesteps.org/stories/2026/3/31/march-2025-mentor-of-the-month

03/06/2026

The New York Times (https://bit.ly/4d4WT5V) recently reported, “The number of college students reporting disabilities rose more than 50 percent over the last decade across a wide swath of schools...”. This dramatic increase underscores the urgent responsibility institutions have to strengthen academic, social, and other supports so that all students can successfully navigate college life. Learn more about how College Steps supports their students: www.collegesteps.org/blog

02/20/2026

Kim joined the Kean Mentor Team in Fall 2025 and returns this spring as a Lead Mentor! They support students with respect and joyful energy. As a first-generation MA student in School Counseling, Kim is passionate about serving diverse populations and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. To learn more: https://www.collegesteps.org/stories