If first-generation college students don’t have connections from built-in networks, they should use their school’s resources. For example, Harvard University has the Harvard First Generation Program that prepares students for post-grad life. Students should also visit the career services office …
Embarking on the job search can be both exciting and overwhelming. There are many things to consider when looking for a job, from the work environment to career development, but what are the most important factors to keep in mind? …
I was a first-generation college student, and while I’ve held numerous jobs over the past decade, the struggles that began in college still have a lasting effect on me today. Unfortunately, many of the issues we first-generation college students (or …
As a young scientist, doing your research and building up your career is hard enough. The demands to learn the art of the trade, make a mark in your field, and navigate the highly competitive academic world can rapidly become …
Jessica Marmolejos values education — and so does her family.
“I come from a big family,” she said. “Everyone has either graduated from college or is going to graduate college,” she said.
With family roots in the Dominican Republic, education proved …
Statistics and dollar signs tell us that women in the workplace have it tough. Latinas, however, have it even tougher. While Latinas are a valuable talent pool for U.S. employers in a global economy, they represent less than 1% of …
No matter what semester or year it is, transferring can make college more difficult. But if you’ve made the bold choice to transfer, know you’re doing the right thing for your education. Being a transfer student means putting a little …
The military connection has always been powerful on my father’s side of the family. We have a rich tradition of military service that spans generations and crosses various branches of the military, starting when my family immigrated to the United …
Being a first-generation college student isn’t easy. From navigating campus life to meeting your own — and your family’s — expectations, there’s a lot to be aware of when embarking on the college journey for the first time. I currently work with …
Generation Z is the most openly queer generation ever.
One in six adults in Generation Z identifies as LGBTQ+, according to survey data released by Gallup in February. That’s nearly double the proportion of millennials who openly identify as LGBTQ+; …
