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Opinion: A working mother’s series of concessions and negotiations

When I look at my life, I see a tremendous amount of privilege. I am college-educated, married, employed, able-bodied, culturally assimilated, heterosexual and … Read More

Texas Tech students Laura Perez and Gustavo Chavira ready for FAFSA night at Ralls High School in Ralls, Texas (Photo courtesy Matthew Byler)

In Texas, college students close education gap for others

“Persuading my parents to allow me to attend a college far away from home was a challenge,” says the nineteen-year-old. “Figuring out financial aid, … Read More