For first-generation college students, new and unexpected challenges come almost every day. When I faced adversity as a first-generation student, I got frustrated and was incredibly hard on myself. Then, I heard one of my favorite quotes that I now apply to most areas of life. It is from American poet Maya Angelou, “Do the best you can until you know better. Then, when you know better, do better.” First-generation college students are often unaware of what they don’t know and, therefore, are required to make extra effort to accomplish tasks their peers may find easier.
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