College Visions

Students on the move with Markeem Vee Rodrigues

“The conference was a great opportunity for me to enhance my knowledge on the stories and perspectives of black people and people of color. As well as network with people who have the same interests as me and can help me in the future.” – Markeem R., E-Cubed ’19

Markeem is a senior at E-Cubed Academy who’s interests lie in areas like Computer Science, African-American Studies, Political Science and Film/Photography! Recently, with support of his College Visions advisor, he was able to volunteer at The Data for Black Lives conference held at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology! Read about his experience below:
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Your Support Makes a Difference

Johanny currently attends Rhode Island College and is majoring in Psychology with a minor in Behavioral Neuroscience. She chose this major because she, “became fascinated by the idea that there was so much to learn about ourselves, how we think, interact, and can heal others.”

Because you support College Visions students, Johanny got to college, discovered her passion, and became a McNair Scholar! Your financial investment in College Visions helps Johanny achieve her goals, and that creates a more equitable future for us all!

Please take a moment to read her interview below and realized the difference your support makes!

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First Generation College Graduate: Marc Torres

With the support of CV staff and donors, Marc graduated from the University of Rhode Island with his bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Here is what he had to say to you:

“I would like to express my sincere gratitude to CV donors. Without CV support, I would not be in the position that I currently am. The generosity of CV donors allowed me to make use of all the resources that were available to me throughout high school and college, so I thank you all!”

Marc takes pride in being a first-generation college graduate and we are honored to have been able to witness his journey.

“Being a first generation college graduate means the world to me. To be able to graduate college and make my family proud is my greatest achievement in my life thus far.”

Thank you to everyone who has supported College Visions students through each stage of their transition, whether that be from high school to college or college to post-college life. We appreciate all that you do for our students. Read Marc’s interview below:
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Meet Graduating CSP Student: William Feng

“The support system that CV represents has been instrumental to my college journey. Knowing that there is a group of people cheering me on keeps me motivated, and at the same time, understanding that there are people I can reach out to for input is very comforting.”
– William Feng, Boston University ‘18

William is a graduate from Boston University where he majored in finance. William, and his CV class’, college process and journey wasn’t easy, but they have accomplished something that not all first-generation students have the opportunity to do–attain a college degree. Because of your support, CV will welcome more students into the Alumni Community! To know more about William’s journey, read his interview below:
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CV STUDENTS GIVE BACK TO THEIR COMMUNITIES

“I help facilitate a class through DownCity Design called “Design Your Life”. It provides high school students with the skills to think like a designer. We give them the conceptual tools they can utilize to break down future goals step by step in a way you would do with a design project. I honestly couldn’t be happier because I get to make the educational tools I’m receiving accessible to others. The mentors I have at CV inspire me to keep helping students and give back to a community that helped me grow.” – Anthony A.

Anthony Azanon is a senior Architecture major at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). For him, Architecture was the perfect blend of his experiences from the summers spent working alongside his dad, who is in construction, and his love for art and science. Read his interview below:
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