ApplyingAs FirstGen.

MEChA President, Frida Sanchéz is a senior this year who is on her way to San Diego State University. In the midsts of applications I sat down with her to talk about the adversities she faced as a first generation student.

During her interview the biggest theme that came up was revolving around financial aid. Many around her have parents who can support them through the process and who have been there before, As a result, Frida put in 10x more effort, which included staying after school with teachers and taking advantage of school recources.

Being her own advocate was a vital part of what got her through the process. Having to do things herself has allowed her to expand her knowledge on the college application process. Making her more self sufficent and knowledgeble about things that like she explains, her peers will not learn until well into their twenties.

"I've had friends who told me that their parents tell them 'Oh don't worry about anything, just apply to colleges. Don't worry about the financial aid.' And I'm like, I wish I could do that too."

-FridaSanchez

President of HTH MEChA