Where many students have security from their parents financially and academically, many first-generation students push through their academic journey feeling alone. Feeling isolated and alone is one of the many struggles of first-generation college students. While it is a huge accomplishment and dream of many to go to college, the experience of a first-generation student is unique. In order to grow, universities need to continue to accept feedback and promote positive change to help give first-generation students the advantage so many other students have. “Our greatest power is in being fully known to ourselves.” Anita Casavantes BradfordAs a first-generation college student, I know these struggles firsthand.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 19, 2024 19:56 UTC