A TCU student reaches for a Celsius from a vending machine- a refreshing boost amidst a hectic day of lectures and exams. (Kelsey Finley/Staff Writer)

The caffeine buzz is a college student's drug

By Kelsey Finley, Staff Writer
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Academics

A non-traditional student balances family and education

Published Nov 5, 2015

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She is a veteran, over the age of 25, a single mother of three and a full-time student. Senior strategic communication major Cristina Mungilla is just trying to balance it all.

Mungilla said it has been a struggle returning to school.

“I think I had it set in me that [school is] a life goal. It is something I started and haven’t finished,” Mungilla said.

Her advice for those wanting to return to school is to have and maintain a strong support system.

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A non-traditional student balances family and education