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University of Washington Alumni Association
Tracy Bergemann (PhD ’04) found little support or understanding for First Gen students during her time as a UW Biostatistics graduate student. Resources for First Gen students have improved over the years but significant challenges remain.
“My advice is to just keep putting one foot in front of the other day by day, and find your allies where you can,” said Bergemann.
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