“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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“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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Tatiana is currently a senior at Classical High School. She joined CV in the summer of 2017 with the drive and determination it takes to pursue higher education. Because of your support, Tatiana has applied to schools like Clark University, Syracuse University, Dickinson College, Providence College and more. Read her interview below!
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