By Heather Jimenez, Assistant Professor of Public Health and Health Science My family’s story is one of survival and perseverance. My grandmother was dropped off at an orphanage, left to navigate childhood without the anchor of family. My grandfather forged … Continue reading Goodwin’s First-Generation Stories — Heather Jimenez
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
