For Hispanic Heritage Month, new Knight nurse Aliyah Gonzalez ’21 ’23BSN shares how she found her path at UCF and a passion for helping others.
When Aliyah Gonzalez ’21 ’23BSN began her freshman year at UCF, it was a big change.
“I literally remember getting lost every day my first week,” says the two-time alumna. “As a first-generation student, I didn’t have anyone to lean on for questions and to get that guidance.”
“Navigating UCF, learning study skills, and learning how to be an efficient college student was a big learning curve.”
Gonzalez is not alone, as approximately 44% of Hispanic students are the first in their family to attend college. Fortunately, she found support and opportunities to succeed at UCF — a designated Hispanic-Servicing Institution (HSI) and recognized nationally for supporting Hispanic students’ success.
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