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First Generation College Students In The Late 1960's

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1. After watching this video I learned that the first generation college students in the late 1960s struggled so much so we could be in this excellent program so we could succeed. Nobody should ever be neglected an education like those students. We have many opportunities as the result of their actions and sacrifices because they fought so that this program could be as successful as it is. If those courageous students would have not spoken up and fight for their rights I would have not been here right now. Because their wonderful actions many students like myself are here today and are ready to succeed with the help of our mentors and EOP family. “Not all heroes wear capes” I say that because those students and the community that boycotted

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