She/her
3rd year, Political Science
Advice
One piece of advice I would give is to embrace your unique journey and never forget how far you’ve come. You deserve to be a part of UCSB and please know that you’re not alone. There are so many campus resources—like us— patiently waiting for you to come into our offices and seek out the support you need to make the best out of your time at UCSB! You've earned this, you belong here!.
What makes you proud to be a First-Gen college student?
I’m proud to be a First-Gen college student because it shows that my parents’ sacrifices and countless efforts have been worth it. I could have never dreamt of attending a university like UCSB, so it fills me with pride to know that with dedication, anything is possible, even when it felt like everything was at odds.