After her husband leaves her for a younger woman, Alice Washington a middle aged mother of two decides to complete her college education at Smith College. She and her 20 year old room mate Zoe Burns share their experiences, conflicts and interest in their poetry professor.

Después de que su marido la abandone por una mujer mucho más joven, Alice Washington decide terminar sus estudios en la universidad Smith. Allí comparte sus sueños con su compañera de habitación y se acaba convirtiendo en una de las jugadoras estrella del equipo de baloncesto de la universidad.

Alice Washington okula geri dönüyor! Alice Washington, eşi tarafından terk edilince, yıllar önce bıraktığı okuluna geri döner. Burada 20 yaşında bir oda arkadaşı olur ve deneyimlerini paylaşırlar.