Welcome to Dear First-Gen episode 6 featuring Miguel Martinez. Miguel serves as the Council Member for Ward 3 for the City of Reno, Nevada. He has spent the last several years working with Truckee Meadows Community College where he was focused on improving education attainment gaps, expanding accessibility to higher education, and developing a stronger sense of community. Tune in to hear his incredible story! #councilmen #cityofreno #menofcolor #leadership

Welcome to Dear First-Gen episode 5 Featuring Samuel Rosales and Kendragrace Reyes. Samuel and Kendragrace both serve as school counselors for Hug High School in Reno, Nevada. Their episode touches upon so many important topics that need to be heard such as low-income, low educational pay, being a First-Gen Professional, the effects of COVID-19 on students and mental health. We are so thankful to have them as guests on our podcast and we are excited to share it with all of you. Tune in to hear their amazing stories! #firstgen #schoolcounselors #education

Welcome to Dear First-Gen episode 4 Featuring Boris Carpio Guerra. Boris serves as the ASUN President for The University of Nevada, Reno while also balancing many other roles within the community. As a first-generation college student, Boris has a clear passion for education and we are excited to share his story with all of you. Tune in to hear his wonderful story!

Welcome to Dear First-Gen episode 3 featuring Manuel Ortiz. Manuel is the Assistant Director of the Dean’s Future Scholars program at the University of Nevada, Reno. Manuel’s story brings awareness to the struggles of first-gen students and the determination & perseverance it takes to complete one’s education. His story inspires each of us to keep pushing forward, even in the face of adversity. Si se puede (we can do it)! Tune in to hear his inspiring story.

Welcome to Dear First-Gen episode 2 featuring Daphne Emm-Hooper. She is the new Director of Community Indigenous Relations at the University of Nevada, Reno. Her story highlights the rich history and culture of Nevada's Indigenous individuals. Shedding light on our nation's first people and bringing awareness to the challenges of college access and maintaining family identity. Tune in to hear her incredible story. 

Welcome to Dear First-Gen episode 1 featuring Jackie Medina. She is a 2020 Engineering graduate from the University of Nevada, Reno. Post-grad, Jackie entered the workforce as a Realtor for Dickson Realty. Listen to her incredible story in navigating her education and career as a First-Gen Latina.