By Vanessa Pergolizzi, Student Engagement Manager I am a first-generation college student. My parents were born and raised in Sicily and didn’t make it past elementary and middle school. During their time, it was customary for the oldest to … Continue reading Goodwin’s First-Generation Stories — Vanessa Pergolizzi
By Janae Brissett, Student Support Coordinator I was born in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Neither of my parents graduated from high school; however, they built a very successful life for themselves, and a good life for their children, full of … Continue reading Goodwin’s First-Generation Stories — Janae Brissett
By Jean White, Senior Vice President for Human Resources and Community Culture During my senior year of high school, I was laser-focused on one goal: going to college. Growing up with limited financial resources, I knew a college degree could … Continue reading Goodwin’s First-Generation Stories — Jean White
