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You\u2019ve no doubt heard all about Michelle Obama\u2019s record-breaking and emotional memoir, Becoming.<\/em><\/p>\n There are so many takeaways and lessons in the book for college admission counselors and professionals that we are thrilled to announce a special edition of our #NACACreads Twitter chat focused on the book.<\/p>\n Together with Reach Higher<\/a>, we will host a discussion surrounding the former first lady\u2019s own journey to college, her experience as a first-generation student, the importance of diversity on campus, and the role college counselors play.<\/p>\n \u201cAt its essence, Becoming<\/em> is a story about the power of perseverance and of believing in yourself. As educators and advocates, we all know students with their own \u2018becoming\u2019 stories; we just have to help them fulfill their potential and see their own power,\u201d said Stephanie Owens, Reach Higher\u2019s director of programs.<\/p>\n Share your own insights during our\u00a0#NACACreads\u00a0chat on March 19. The hour-long discussion will kick off on Twitter at 9 p.m. ET.<\/p>\n Haven\u2019t checked out the book yet? Read or listen to an excerpt<\/a> about Michelle Obama\u2019s college search.<\/p>\n Ashley Dobson is NACAC\u2019s communications manager for content and social media. You can reach her at\u00a0<\/em>adobson@nacacnet.org<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" You\u2019ve no doubt heard all about Michelle Obama\u2019s record-breaking and emotional memoir, Becoming. There are so many takeaways and lessons in the book for college admission counselors and professionals that we are thrilled to announce a special edition of our #NACACreads Twitter chat focused on the book. Together with Reach Higher, we will host a … Continue reading #NACACreads: Join Us for a Discussion of \u2018Becoming\u2019<\/span>