As a Digital Media Student Director for Dartmouth's First-Generation Office, it is my role on campus to amplify first-gen voices, foster community, and create meaningful connections through creative outreach.
To those who may question whether applying is the right choice: yes! If you are looking for a sign to apply, this is it. Hear from a first-generation, low-income Chicana about why it's important to take a risk and apply.
Each week in the month of April, student bloggers will be bringing you "First-Gen Friday" — a series of interviews with current Dartmouth students who are the first in their families to have a traditional four-year college experience.
Each week in the month of April, student bloggers will be bringing to you "First-Gen Friday" — a series of interviews featuring Dartmouth students who are the first in their families to have a traditional four-year college experience.
Each week in the month of April, student bloggers will be bringing a post to you called "First-Gen Friday" — a series of interviews with current Dartmouth students who are the first in their families to attend college.
FYSEP is a program to help first-generation students thrive in college. Part of the program's goal is to create a community for first-generation students to support one another and forge meaningful relationships.