by Nahomi Velasquez, Boston University, '15
Over the course of these past three years, I have realized that what I am most thankful for is being a first-generation college student. Being the first in my family to attend college has motivated me far more than anything else to achieve my goals in life. Although...
by Xavier Husser, Boston College, '18
As a first year student, adjusting to life on campus is not an easy process for most people who may have never been away from their family for an extended period of time. When I was applying to college, I purposely choose schools far enough in the Northeast that I...
by I'm First Administrator
On Aug. 26th at 4pm EST, we hosted a Google+ Hangout where we will got real and talked about some of the situations and issues that come up for first-generation students as they journey through college, as well as ways to deal with them. From being called a sell-out...
by Khalil Johnson, Pitzer College, '17
Here I am once again on my flight back to school to begin my second semester in college and continue to represent my family. I just had the best Christmas break in the world. I was surrounded by the love of my life, and my loving family for 24/7 and I realized them...
by Alexa Rodriguez, Wellesley College , '17
The wonderful thing about Winter Break is that you get to catch up with friends, eat home cooked meals, and sleep in without feeling guilty. It’s bliss really. Along with all this free time comes those moments when you just stare at your bedroom ceiling and simply...
