Let’s Defy the Odds.

Hi, I’m Edward. I was one of the 30% of college students who drop out every year. Today, I lead Alma Modern, an education studio designing learning experiences that help high school and college students thrive.

A few places we’re making an impact…

How can We
Partner?

Explore Our Student Success Microguides

Our beautiful microguides share actionable, research-backed strategies for student success without the fluff. Each guide features step-by-step instructions and a video microlecture, so students, parents, and educators learn exactly what students need to thrive.

Collections drop Aug. 1

Get 1:1 Student Success Coaching

Work 1:1 with Edward or an Alma Modern coach to design a custom success plan, implement proven academic strategies, and stay accountable so your student reaches their goals in school and beyond.

1:1 packages start at $995.

Scale your impact on modern students

Our DesignED workshop series helps educators create innovative, student-centered resources by leveraging the latest advancements in student success, emerging multimedia design trends, and new technologies, such as AI.

Current: Become an AI-Powered Educator

Want to bring Alma Modern to your Campus?

We’d love to explore ways to integrate our student resources and educator training to further student success initiatives on your campus.

Send us a message and we’ll reply asap to set up a brainstorming session.

We cover everything students need to DEFY THE ODDS.

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    Learning & Studying

    Learn how to learn better than ever so you earn the grades you want in every class.

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    Productivity & Executive Function

    Implement proven systems to find balance, stress less, and get everything done.

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    Mindset & Motivation

    Stay focused and motivated as you quiet the tiny voice that whispers “You can’t do it.”

  • Student Life

    Find balance and purpose as you navigate campus, adulthood, and the world.

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    Communication

    Express your ideas clearly and confidently in writing, presentations, and interviews.

  • More coming soon...

    We’re always expanding and refining our campus to ensure you’re prepped to THRIVE.

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the NOTES.

Each week(ish), I share simple strategies for learning smarter, staying focused, and thriving in school, straight to your inbox.

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