by Julie Slack | Aug 10, 2023 | First Literacy Scholars 2023-2024
As a first-generation college student in Colombia, Lorena discovered her calling in psychology and witnessed the need for accessible mental health services. Moving to the United States alone, Lorena faced new challenges, but her determination only grew stronger....
by Julie Slack | Aug 10, 2023 | First Literacy Scholars 2023-2024
Bintou is from a small town in Africa’s Ivory Coast. For girls in her family going to school was unheard of. Her father believed school was designed for boys and girls were meant to stay at home, learning to cook, clean, and eventually take care of a husband, a home,...
by Julie Slack | Aug 10, 2023 | First Literacy Scholars 2023-2024
Rodieka grew up in Jamacia. As the oldest of four siblings raised by a single mother, life was not easy growing up, but her mother’s teachings about the value of education has always been her guiding light. With an impressive academic journey in Jamaica, Rodieka...
by Julie Slack | Aug 8, 2023 | First Literacy Scholars 2023-2024
Joshalyn’s life is a testament to strength and determination. Despite a challenging upbringing and adversity at every turn, she refused to become a statistic. From a young age, she faced difficulties, but she never lost sight of her goals. Leaving home at twelve...
by Julie Slack | Aug 8, 2023 | First Literacy Scholars 2023-2024
Zhongwei is from China and the first in his family to attend college. When he arrived in the U.S. he faced a severe illness that depleted his savings and forced him to put his education on hold. After recovering from his illness, he started working at a local...
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