First Gen Latina navigating higher education & beating the odds | Estrella Serrato | TEDxLakeBalboa

In this talk, Estrella Serrato discusses her experiences as a first generation higher education student. Her talk explores the cultural exclusivity in the college setting and how she personally found her path and earned her place as a graduate. Her story is inspirational, providing a unique perspective on diversity and achievement in college today. Estrella Serrato is a Mexican-American, first-generation college graduate, and founder of Cafecito con Estrellita, a Latinx podcast that guides first-generation scholars through the path of education through research and with her own experiences.
She serves as a resource and reminder for her communities that they are not alone in their journeys as they continue to pave a path towards a bright future. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@anahello4558]

I relate to her story so much. I got my associates last year from a local community college and now at a four year university. Working part time and university full time as well. So proud of you Estrella❤❤️!!

[@cafectioconestrellita]

Thank you for this opportunity TEDx ❤

[@karenangulo127]

I am in tears 🥹❤️ I am so proud of you Estrella! 🎉

[@ajmonge101]

Thank you for sharing your wonderful story! As a first-gen student there were multiple times where I felt alone and left out of the conversation. Your words provided a much needed comfort and gave strength to the power of resiliency. When we choose to stand up for ourselves, we are creating a space for ourselves at the table and widening the gap for future students of color.

[@jesuscastellom7432]

🇲🇽 I’m navigating this right now and let me tell you it’s been the biggest challenge in my life. The day I walk that stage I just know I’m going to be crying like a baby

[@cafectioconestrellita]

Abrazos ❤

[@Gabrielamcee]

You are everything I wish I had while I was going through the same experience myself. Thank you so much for using your voice!

[@Pinkpuppy34]

I absolutely enjoyed this. Thank you so much for bringing awareness. As a first generation, Latina college graduate and dreamer, the journey to obtaining a higher education is tough. I felt identified and inspired by your story.♥️

[@itsmelinavega]

Estrellita is such an inspiration 💖

[@luckywingzpix]

Cafecito con Estrellita is so inspiring!!! ❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@andreamalagon555]

LISTEN AND FOLLOW CAFECITO CON ESTRELLITA!!!

[@prestigelawnsolutions3077]

This is so powerful. Thank you

[@mechudoba]

Such an inspiration!

[@xiomarasandino8274]

From a parent prospective we are proud of your resilience it is in your genes The same resilience we have when we immigrated. keep the good job. Congratulations.

[@elbiadiaz5961]

Thank you so much for this 😢

[@irmakromann456]

So proud of you sweetheart ❤❤❤❤

[@shoptell115]

Amazing work 🎉🎉 keep paving the way Cafecito con Estrellita! ❤❤

[@DulceMoreno-yf4om]

Always so inspirational. Thank you Estrellita!

[@LaGuerra92]

So proud of Estrella!!!

[@giovannagonzalez6247]

So beautiful Estrella! Well done !

[@Wens0808]

❤❤❤

[@lulo1951]

Listen up my brothers..

[@lulo1951]

Nothing worse then a so-called EDUCATED WOMAN OF COLOR.

[@lulo1951]

Not wife MATERIAL..