Stephanie Alvarado

A real-talk roadmap for first-gen students who just got into college—by Stephanie Alvarado, a Brown grad and Latina in tech. What to feel, expect, and do next.

First gen students heading to college? Learn 5 essential steps to prepare for the transition, from building community to protecting your mental health.

Being a first gen Latina didn't end at graduation. Steph Alvarado on what college actually opened up: chopsticks, Portuguese, Portugal, and taking her mom to see Mexico for the first time.