Support for a First-Generation Student

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Support for a First-Generation Student


My name is Ricky Calderon and I am creating this fundraiser for my younger sister, Hazel Arlene Calderon, who is transferring to Sonoma State University in just a few days! Hazel is a first-generation Latinx student who has faced many obstacles to be where she is today. Despite the challenges, she continues to be devoted to her education and a social justice advocate.

She was admitted to multiple universities but has decided to attend Sonoma State (Go Seawolves!) where she will be majoring in Communication & Media Studies with the hopes of pursuing a career in Public Relations. Hazel will be living on-campus to better focus on her academics.

Being raised by a single parent has been a challenge but now with the add on stress of the pandemic and lack of work, we were unable to save for her next big move. We were unable to have a graduation celebration so we're hoping we can still celebrate her accomplishments and send her off to college to fulfill her next big goal! 

We understand the pandemic has affected so many people financially, emotionally, and psychologically. Any help would be truly appreciated to cover on-campus housing costs, school supplies, and overall expenses that a college student may incur. 

En Español:

Mi nombre es Ricky Calderon y estoy creando esta recaudación de fondos para mi hermana menor, Hazel Arlene Calderon, quien se transferirá a la Universidad Estatal de Sonoma en solo unos días! Hazel es una estudiante Latinx de primera generación que ha enfrentado muchos obstáculos para estar donde está hoy. A pesar de los desafíos, continúa dedicada a su educación y defensora de la justicia social.

Fue admitida en varias universidades, pero decidió asistir a Sonoma State (¡Go Seawolves!), Donde se especializará en Comunicación y Estudios de Medios con la esperanza de seguir una carrera en Relaciones Públicas. Hazel vivirá en el campus para concentrarse mejor en sus estudios.

Ser criada por una madre soltera ha sido un desafío, pero ahora, con el estrés adicional de la pandemia y la falta de trabajo, no pudimos ahorrar para su próximo gran movimiento. ¡No pudimos tener una celebración de graduación, así que esperamos poder celebrar sus logros y enviarla a la universidad para cumplir su próximo gran objetivo!

Entendemos que la pandemia ha afectado a muchas personas económica, emocional y psicológicamente. Cualquier ayuda sería realmente apreciada para cubrir los costos de vivienda, útiles escolares y gastos generales en los que pueda incurrir un estudiante universitario.

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Ricky Calderon
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Rohnert Park, CA

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