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September

2022

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08:30 AM

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Summary

As part of "Voices of CSUSM," a new feature in Steps magazine, communication student Bri Phillips shares her story of overcoming challenges as a first-generation college student.

By Bri Phillips

Communication student Bri Phillips will become the first in her family to graduate from college in May. Photo by Alicia Lores

Communication student Bri Phillips will become the first in her family to graduate from college in May. Photo by Alicia Lores

Communication student Bri Phillips was in second grade and her younger sister, Ashley, was an infant when they survived a hit-and-run car accident in which their vehicle flipped over on the freeway. Today, Bri is working to create an easier path to college for Ashley.

Communication student Bri Phillips was in second grade and her younger sister, Ashley, was an infant when they survived a hit-and-run car accident in which their vehicle flipped over on the freeway. Today, Bri is working to create an easier path to college for Ashley.

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