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
Attending school six days a week may sound like a grind to some. But growing up in the 1990s, this was the norm for Dr. Lisa Wiśniewski. Attending a Connecticut-based Polish school, she was immersed in her culture and ancestry … Continue reading 6 Tips for First-Gen Students with Dr. Lisa Wiśniewski
One-third of Connecticut’s college students are first-generation. Yet despite how common this experience is, it can feel incredibly isolating to those living it. First-generation students, or students whose parents or guardians did not complete a four-year degree, spar with a … Continue reading 6 Ways Goodwin Supports First-Gen Students
