by Duylam Nguyen-Ngo, The University of Virginia , '12
I must say from the get-go I never really had a “mentor” or someone who helped me along the college process, at least not in the strictest sense. And this is true for many first generation students. We just don’t have anyone who takes our hands and...
by Jesse Sanchez, Harvard University , '14
Finally finished my first semester at Harvard!!! I can’t even describe how I feel. The first thing I did when I got out of my last final (Philosophy), was call my mom. She was at work so she couldn’t answer but I left her a voicemail thanking her for helping me...
by Duylam Nguyen-Ngo, The University of Virginia , '12
…but I don’t think any of us needs a day to give thanks. I must say I am thankful for all things here – from my freedom of speech to the fact that my mom calls me every day [yes every day haha]. I would shed some light on my past and tell you why...
