Enrique Romero – Richmond, CA
Being the first in my family to go to college, I wanted to
pick a school where I knew that I would be welcomed to the community while
simultaneously providing me with the necessary resources to excel academically
and socially. I distinctly remember moving in to Pitzer and seeing a crowd of
current students creating a cheering tunnel that first year students had to pass
through. Through the “Welcome to Pitzer” chants and high fives that the
students gave to my family and me, I knew I had picked the right place!
The
first time I visited Pitzer was through the Pitzer Diversity Program in the
fall. This all-expense paid trip flew me down from the Bay Area to Claremont,
where I was able to get a first-hand look at what I initially thought was the
school with the funny name. Through staying with a current student, attending
information sessions, getting a chance to explore the Claremont area, and
meeting other prospective students, I was able to understand the type of
environment that exists at Pitzer. After completing the program, I left knowing
that Pitzer was one of few schools that would allow me to truly be myself.
To
me, college isn’t just about leaving home for the first time to know the
meaning of freedom and “living life.” To me, college is also the opportunity to
advance in my education and become a role model for my younger family members,
specifically my little sister. I needed a place that would provide me with the
necessary independence from my family, while also allowing me to discover my
passions to bring a positive change to my life and the life of my family. Being
a first-generation college student, I realize that Pitzer is definitely the
place where I can nurture myself into the person I want to be while
simultaneously making my family proud. There’s no other college I’d rather be
at than at Pitzer, which I now consider my second home!
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