Stories - First Generation Students | University of Michigan

Never forget where you’ve come from. Don’t be afraid to acknowledge your class heritage to...

First-Gen students, make sure to look for and apply to every scholarship you can. In...

Remember, it's okay not to have all the answers, and seeking help is a strength,...

YOU BELONG!! Never doubt your worth or question whether you should be at UM (or...

When I look back, I am profoundly grateful and humbled by all of the people,...

Prioritize taking care of and getting to know yourself in college- you don't have to...

College is a time of learning and growth, and everyone's journey is different. Do what...

I am proud to be a First-Gen student! I know that I am making my...

My advice for other First-Gen students would be never lose sight of your goals and...