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Life as a First-Generation and Low-Income student is complicated anywhere you go. Here's my honest perspective and story from the Dartmouth point of view.

The adventures of a South Asian girl, approximately 13,718km away from home, shivering in weather that apparently "isn't that cold" and navigating college as a first-generation student! Welcome to the story of my life at Dartmouth.

Like the college application process itself, I thought starting college in person would be equally as vague and difficult to navigate; however, Dartmouth was there for me in ways that I will forever be grateful for.

The college application and decision process can be difficult. Don't worry, I'm here for you! Come with me on my journey, and let your pal Gav explain.

Here is an inside look on the culture of Dartmouth through the perspective of a low-income first-year student! I talk about professors, financial aid, and offer some pieces of advice!

New blogger here! Take a minute or two to learn a little bit about who I am and embark on this journey with me.

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 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 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.