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First generation college students

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A first-generation student graduates from UTEP for herself and her family

Avatar photo by Jewél Jackson May 21, 2021July 7, 2022

The only thing that interrupted the sounds of laughter on Saturday in the Almaguer backyard was the sizzle of a grill and the sound of music as relatives and friends celebrated a family milestone.  Victoria Almaguer, a 24-year-old first-generation student, graduated the day before from the University of Texas at El Paso, and joined her […]

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UTEP hosts first in-person graduation ceremonies since 2019

Avatar photo by Jewél Jackson May 17, 2021July 7, 2022

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