We are First-Gen @ CCA
These are the stories of first-generation college students at CCA. We are students, faculty, and staff. We are complex, multifaceted, unique, strong, and an integral part of the CCA community. We are learning, influencing, and guiding along with our communities. Our stories are about vulnerability, pride, struggle, ease, and growth. We share our stories so we will be the first of many to graduate from college and pursue our dreams through a creative education. We share our stories to increase awareness of the first-gen experience and to celebrate the accomplishments of our community.
CCA's First Annual First Generation College Celebration was held on November 8, 2021 and was sponsored by the President's Diversity Steering Group and the Office of the Provost.
Logo by Dylan Spangler, Graphic Design.
Bryan Dominguez, Alumn
Voy A Ser Artista
Nya Serano, Alum
Be Unafraid
Robin Park, Alum
Proving Myself
Lynda Grose, Instructor
Wanting to Be Somebody
Anthea Black, Instructor
Opening Creative Doors
Maxwell Leung, Instructor
I Knew I Was First Gen When...
Suzanne Greva, Vice President
Be Persistent
Helen Maria, Dean
I Was Pretty Sure I Didn't Belong
Yesenia Aguilar, Alum & Staff
Échale Ganas
Leonard Crosby, Alum
Use Every Resource You Can
Rosa De Anda, Alum
Second Act
Tammy Rae, Provost
We Are Here
Niko Bellott, Senior Director
Never Supposed to Get This Far
George Sedano, Vice President
Make the Most of Your Time
