Joel Padilla
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… is a first generation student, student mentor, and has dreams of one day working in the hotel industry. Without financial aid, Joel would not be able to reach his dreams. Watch the video to hear his story.
Marissa Chukwu
… is a first generation, Zoology—Pre-Medicine student originally from New York City. She was 17 upon her arrival at WSU and found the university system to be a bigger change from high school than she had originally thought. What struggles has she overcome in her young life thus far? How has WSU and financial aid helped her overcome these struggles while allowing her to pursue her dreams? Watch her video to find out!
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