Finding the Wright place

Featuring first generation college student Diana Gonzalez

February 7, 2017

It has been a winding journey for Diana Gonzalez, but she has found her calling in higher education. As a graduate assistant for student success in The College of Science and Mathematics office of student affairs, Diana works with "at promise" students to help them find a way to succeed in their programs. She provides needed links to campus resources, words of encouragement, and asks the tough questions, like "what happened?" She explains that often students are overwhelmed with a situation which could be personal or academic. It is hard for them to ask for help, and harder to locate resources