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Tips for Parents of FirstGen College Students

From FirstGen CUI Alumni

You have given your child a strong foundation, and now is their chance to build on what you’ve taught them. An education is one of the most important decisions they will make, and will lead them to a life of even greater opportunities.

Henry Alonzo

Henry Alonzo, MBA '09
CCO/Partner, Adarga Entertainment Group
Assistant Professor, Azusa Pacific University

From FirstGen CUI Faculty & Staff

Encourage your child to stay at school on the weekend, rather than coming home.

Buddy Mendez

Dr. Buddy Mendez
Professor of Psychology

Financial aid is important. And, be prepared for change.

Edgar Lopez

Edgar Lopez
Bursar

Tips for FirstGen College Students

From FirstGen CUI Students

Concordia puts opportunities there for anyone to grasp, and I've tried to take all of them as best as I could.

Diego Del Risco Orbegoso

Diego Del Risco Orbegoso '20

From FirstGen Faculty & Staff

There are many resources out there. Don’t be afraid to ask or look it up online.

Anna Saucedo-Rhodes

Anna Saucedo-Rhodes
Associate Director of Financial Aid

Get to know your professors and ask them questions about everything and anything.

Buddy Mendez

Dr. Buddy Mendez
Professor of Psychology

Pay attention to deadlines, especially for scholarships and grants. And be proactive about financial assistance.

Edgar Lopez

Edgar Lopez
Bursar

From FirstGen CUI Alumni

I was born and raised in the inner city and my parents taught me to set my dreams and goals high. Education provided the access and knowledge to make my dreams a reality. I now enjoy a dual career as an executive at an entertainment company, and a university professor. I am proof of the American Dream, and I have my education to thank for that.

Henry Alonzo

Henry Alonzo, MBA '09
CCO/Partner, Adarga Entertainment Group
Assistant Professor, Azusa Pacific University

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