Alumni Campaign

Carla Hall, Nashville Native, First Gen Grad

The Alumni Campaign: Carla Hall, Howard University, Class of ’89

“I believe college is more than just earning a degree. It’s about learning critical thinking and forging lasting friendships.” – Carla Hall, Howard University, Class of 1989, MNPS Grad, Hillsboro High Welcome back to our Alumni Storytelling series. This week we have esteemed Chef, Television […]

The Alumni Campaign: David Huang, UT Grad

Our College Alumni Storytelling Series spotlights how programs like #PersistCoaching support Nashville’s first-generation students. Each week, we’ll showcase a graduate from our program or a partner from the community. Today, meet Persist Student and University of Tennessee Graduate, David Huang. ⁠ What are you most proud

Black woman sitting in chair wearing Spelman college shirt

The Alumni Campaign: Eva Cooke, Spelman College

Welcome to Alumni Storytelling series! Each week join us as we share a story of persistence from a student, community member, or supporter of the Persist organization. Swipe through to find motivation, encouragement, and tools to help our future #FirstGen students. “Stay focused on what

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