First-Generation Students
Welcome to Marshall College! UC San Diego defines first-generation college students as students with neither parent having a four-year college degree. Below, you can learn more about the resources and opportunities available for first-generation students, as well as read the stories of some of our first-generation Marshall staff members. If you need assistance finding a resource or involvement opportunity, please email us at tmcstudentaffairs@ucsd.edu.
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Resources
Check out these campus-wide resources for first-generation students!
Former First Lady Michelle Obama: 'I'm First'
Watch this video of former First Lady Michelle Obama's journey as a first-generation college student.