In this episode of LITE It Up, we sit down with Oriah, a college freshman at Xavier University and the author of Accepted! The College Application Blueprint. Oriah shares her firsthand experience navigating the college application process, offering honest insight into what worked, what was challenging, and what she wishes she had known sooner.

Designed for high school students and parents, this conversation provides practical guidance on approaching college applications with clarity and confidence. Oriah discusses organization strategies, college essays, managing stress, and how students and families can work together throughout the process.

Whether you’re just beginning your college search or finalizing applications, this episode offers a real-world student perspective to help you navigate the journey with greater understanding and purpose.

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As LITE It Up celebrates six years of shining light, Season 11 begins with a full-circle conversation that is both personal and powerful.In this special episode, host Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad is joined by her three children—siblings navigating different stages of their college journeys at North Carolina A&T State University. One has just completed their first semester of college, while two are closing out their final year as seniors after a successful fall semester that included Dean’s List and Chancellor’s List honors.Together, they reflect on the lessons learned during the fall semester, the adjustments and growth that came with it, and the realities of balancing academics, independence, and well-being. The conversation also offers practical advice for students preparing to graduate, those continuing after their first semester, and families supporting students through these pivotal transitions.As they look ahead to the spring 2026 semester, the siblings share their goals, what they are most looking forward to, and how being a family on the same campus has shaped their experiences. The episode closes with a reflection on legacy, resilience, and what it means to keep shining your light through every season of growth.This Season 11 kickoff is a reminder that college is more than a destination—it’s a journey marked by preparation, progress, and purpose.✨ Tune in, reflect, and be encouraged as we continue to LITE It Up—and shine bright like a diamond.

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Season 11 of LITE It Up marks six years of storytelling rooted in purpose, resilience, and legacy. Created in honor of the late Munir Muhammad, LITE It Up continues to amplify the voices of women navigating transition while balancing leadership, career, motherhood, and personal growth.

Join us as we celebrate this milestone and launch a new season of meaningful conversations designed to Lead. Inspire. Transform. Empower.

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