When I’m asked what were the reasons of me joining the Early College Program, I look back at the reasons on why I joined and who had helped me on that long journey. At first, I had little to no interest because I felt that someone like me would not belong. I thought about the pros and cons and there was no cons at all. I stayed up late one night and thought that I could be the first one in my family to go to college! Through the difficult tests and late nights it’s been everything I’ve dreamed of. I knew it wasn’t going to be easy and so far it’s been the best experience I’ve gotten to share with my fellow classmates. It has met my expectations, I know finding a ride may be difficult, but this program was and still is very beneficial. I don’t