Bridging the Gap: How First-Generation Transfer Students from Diverse Backgrounds Navigate Higher Education

Research Topic

My research explores the challenges faced by first-generation transfer students from culturally diverse backgrounds and the support systems that contribute to their success in higher education. To better understand these experiences, I conducted two interviews with Jane Doe, a biracial first-generation transfer student who has chosen to remain anonymous.

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During our conversations, Jane shared her journey from early education to transferring to a four-year university, highlighting the difficulties she faced along the way. She described the challenges of navigating the financial aid system, adapting to a new academic environment, struggling with issues of identity, and last but not least, balancing family responsibilities with her educational goals. To learn more about Jane's journey, check out my blog posts.