First-generation students make up between 9.6-20 percent of the student body at each of the 5Cs. Amidst national legislation targeting DEI enrollment and threatening already-vulnerable students, Maya Zhan PO ’26 unpacks first-generation students’ spaces and experiences.
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5C Latinx in Tech champions community and representation
5C Latinx in Tech (5C LIT) is an empowering community for Latinx students aspiring to enter the tech industry. The club provides members with networking opportunities, career workshops and industry tips from professionals in the field. The club is also a crucial support system for first-generation Latino students in tech.
OPINION: Beyond Taylor’s jets: How Claremont students can pave the way for climate justice
David De Souza PO ’24 believes that Claremont students have a unique responsibility in the fight for climate justice.