Hey! I was a senior during this project, now a graduate from Cristo Rey Jesuit High School. During my high school career, I was part of a variety of clubs, ranging from robotics to the school musical. I got involved with YPAR (Together Possible) because I was unsure about exactly what “first-generation student” meant, but I knew I was one. I wanted to learn more and see the impact I could make by being part of this project. Not only does the topic interest me, but I wanted to be skilled in research as well since I always thought doing any type of research was boring but very important. Together Possible has been very eye-opening. Viewing the statistics that identify a first-generation student was challenging, but it was important to see how much awaits for us first-gen students and the difference that we can make if we continue on with our education.