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Regional Activity Highlights
In addition, a group of current WT students served on a panel in which they were able
to speak about their experiences as first-generation students (what challenges they
face, what their support system looks like, what it takes to thrive in college and what a
high school student can do to be better prepared for college). Most importantly, we
had a group of parents who served on a panel and were able to describe their
experience as they sent their child off to school and how they were able to support
their academic pursuits.
The program was a huge success, primarily because of the participation and leadership
of a number of students, staff, and faculty on our campus. This program was
presented on the weekend. Therefore, everyone volunteered their time to the
project. Dr. Elsa Diego-Medrano was instrumental in making this program a
success. As a result of her efforts, the program had a profound impact on the students
and their families. Dr. Diego-Medrano helped to organize many of the presentations as
well as identify current students and parents to serve on the panels. In addition, she
served as the primary facilitator for the entire program.
It was a pleasure to be able to work with Dr. Diego-Medrano on this program. She
certainly exemplifies the best of West Texas A&M University.
Jon Davis
Assistant Vice President for Student Enrollment, Engagement and Success
West Texas A&M University
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