By Remberto Del Real When I was a kid, I would spend many weekends tagging along as my father visited the clients of his HVAC business, providing heating, ventilation and air conditioning services throughout Chicago. That meant working in freezing conditions (if the heat was out) or alternatively boiling conditions (if the AC was out)…… Continue reading Paying it Forward With Tomorrow’s Students of Color
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How to Survive College as a First-generation Student
By Marilou Terrones, M.A. You did it—you graduated from high school and are continuing the journey of your ancestors. The next few years will be eye-opening, meaningful, and adventurous. College will expose you to different cultures, introduce you to long-life friends, and help you start your career. Whether you’re anxious, excited, or afraid of how…… Continue reading How to Survive College as a First-generation Student