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All in on MIT as a 1st-gen PhD

All in on MIT as a 1st-gen PhD

How an unexpected, last-minute campus tour changed my life's trajectory

April 9, 2025 | Annabel G.

Everyone has heard the expression, “It’s never a good idea to put all your eggs in one basket.” This is a wise piece of advice—unless we’re talking about your dream grad school!  Hello, my name is Annabel Gomez. I’m a first-generation Mexican American and the first in my family to pursue higher education. Growing up, […]