'College Hill: Celebrity Edition' Midterm Milestone: The BBL Bill and Academic Challenges
For their final midterm task, the latest Celebrity College Hill crew presented their homeless bill, dubbed the BBL Bill (Build Better Lives), to Congressman Troy Carter, who attended virtually. Despite Tamar's absence due to a prior engagement, the rest of the group impressed Carter and their professor with their strategic plan to tax boat owners and billionaires to raise $500 million for homeless services in Louisiana.
For the first time in College Hill history, students met with a panel of professors to receive their grades in person. Tamar Braxton maintained a B average with a 3.25 GPA, while Karlous Miller topped the class with a 3.50 GPA. Claudia Jordan tied with Tamar, both achieving solid results. Nick Young faced a challenging semester, earning two Bs, a D in Media for missing assignments and low quiz scores, and failing Mardi Gras History due to a mishandled presentation. However, his professor offered a chance to improve his grade if he resubmitted the project correctly.
Saucy faced significant academic struggles, with a 0.75 GPA due to failing two classes. Despite this, professors remained patient, encouraging him to turn things around before finals. Blac Chyna, who earned mostly Bs, was upset with her 2.75 GPA, particularly the C in Mardi Gras History due to a late project submission. Her reaction was intense, reflecting her disappointment despite her efforts.
Although most of the group was unhappy with their grades, they acknowledged the challenges of school. The weekend offered a much-needed break, giving them time to relax and strategize for better future performance. Saucy, too, committed to improving his academic standing. Their spirits were lifted by a visit from Big Freedia, season one's valedictorian, who provided empathetic and encouraging advice.
Chyna sought solace in church, Nick Young found inspiration while mentoring the XULA basketball team, and Saucy resolved to turn over a new leaf. The episode concluded with the group starting a new music class, "Voice and Ethnomusicology," where they learned about Congo Square and reflected on the impact of their upbringing on their musical tastes. Saucy, in particular, displayed a promising new attitude towards school.
Next week promises even more positive developments for the celebrity students.