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Senior Column: First, but not the last

As a first generation college student, my biggest fear about college was college itself. For the most part, my academic experience was similar to the Lewis and Clark expedition to the western portion of the United States.

Simply put, college seemed like uncharted territory for me.

I felt nervous, anxious and completely unprepared for what I would find. Simultaneously, I was determined to be the first college graduate in my family.

When I began my experience, it was extremely difficult adjusting to the environment. Trust me when I say college can be tough. I felt lost in a jungle, but instead of bears and mountain lions, I had to face college professors, who were much more terrifying.

At times, I made mistakes and took a few wrong turns because I was in the process of completing something no one else in my family had done. College does not come with a map or instructions to guide you through your journey, but I was definitely grateful to have had family and friends help me through this experience.

As this journey comes to an end, I thank the Hilltop for being the vessel for me and other students who choose to embark on the journey to college to be the first generation but definitely not the last.

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