Vanessa Correia

I chose to become a Terrier F1rsts Advocate because I am a first-generation, low-income college student who went to BU and I had no idea how to navigate the college system. I didn’t know the hidden lingo, or how to network, or even advocate for myself. During my time at BU, I slowly learned how to be a college student and I want to help students like me learn how to take full advantage of the college experience.

• First-Generation College
• Gender Identity and Pronouns: she/her/hers
• Race, Ethnicity, and/or Nationality: Cape Verdean
• Hometown: Brockton, MA
• Languages Spoken: English, Cape Verdean Creole, Spanish
• Tri-Alpha National Honor Society Member
• Business/Industry of Interest: Arts & Humanities and Social Sciences
• Personal Facts/ Hobbies/ Interests: I am a first-generation Cape Verdean-American. I enjoy spending time with my family. I also like to read, binge-watch shows, attempt DIYs and TikTok recipes. I’ve traveled to over 15 countries and hope to add to that list.
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