Goodwin’s First-Generation Stories — Vanessa Pergolizzi

February 4, 2026 Goodwin University

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

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The Go-to Guide for Goodwin’s First-Generation Students

January 20, 2021December 16, 2024 Goodwin University

The Go-to Article for Goodwin’s First-Generation Students: How to overcome obstacles for those first in their families to go to college The article below hones in on the challenges first-generation students face and how they can overcome these obstacles to … Continue reading The Go-to Guide for Goodwin’s First-Generation Students