Being the first in your family to attend college is daunting, but rewarding.
Follow the journeys of four young people—all first in their families to go to college—as they road-trip across the country to interview inspiring individuals who were also first in their families to pursue higher education.
After gaining wisdom and guidance from trail-blazing leaders—including Anna Maria Chávez, CEO of Girl Scouts of the USA, Grammy Award-winner John Legend, and Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz—the Roadtrippers are emboldened to embrace the opportunities ahead and ask “why shouldn’t I succeed?”
Johnathan, 20
University of Central Florida sophomore who recently changed course from pre-med to marketing
Jasmine, 20
University of South Carolina education major seeking to branch outside her comfort zone
Felipe, 24
University of California, Irvine grad searching for ways to mentor youth in his community
Jenny, 19
Mississippi State University freshman who likes art, but worries about finding a job after school
John Legend - Grammy-Winning Singer/Songwriter
Howard Schultz - Chairman and CEO, Starbucks
Anna Maria Chávez - CEO, Girl Scouts of the USA
Use the Viewing Guide with your students to start a conversation and share resources.
