Welcome to Dear First-Gen episode 3 featuring Manuel Ortiz. Manuel is the Assistant Director of the Dean’s Future Scholars program at the University of Nevada, Reno. Manuel’s story brings awareness to the struggles of first-gen students and the determination & perseverance it takes to complete one’s education. His story inspires each of us to keep pushing forward, even in the face of adversity. Si se puede (we can do it)! Tune in to hear his inspiring story.