Onward, Undergrad!



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Many of the problems college students face are rooted in “self-defeating thoughts” that cause them to question their self-worth and adequacy. Onward, Undergrad! How to Crush Self-Defeating Thoughts in College is the guide for students on how to tackle these thoughts, understand their worth on campus, and create practical strategies to bounce back from setbacks.



Stemming from Onward, Undergrad! and Dr. Wright’s extensive experience in higher education, we strive to create a future where every college student feels empowered and encouraged to push through setbacks on the road to their degree.


The Inaugural Greater Philadelphia Area Resilience Award presented by:

NOMINATE a college student for the Inaugural Greater Philadelphia College Resilience Award presented by Onward, Undergrad! (Nomination deadline is March 15)


Read the stories of current undergraduates and alumni and how they overcame self-defeating thoughts in college:
Najee Coursey, Holy Family University
Nathan Crompton, Holy Family University



UPCOMING:
March ’26:
Girard College Alumni Association
Science Leadership Academy @ Beeber
Princeton University
April ’26:
Widener University Provost Scholarship Hour

PREVIOUS:
November 2025
Wharton University Undergraduate Division
January 2026
University of Pennsylvania Young Scholars High School Program



Jan. ’26 – Dr. Wright presenting on “self-defeating thoughts” to the Young Scholar High School Program at Penn
Dec. ’25 – Wharton students receiving Onward, Undergrad! as a prize for their Innovation Challenge pitch.

Advice to College Students from Dr. Wright

When self-defeating thoughts kick in, give yourself a moment!