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A Book That Gave Me Language, Hope, and Power

Revisado: 03-25-25

As first-generation college student, Change the Wallpaper resonated with me on a deeply personal level. I had the privilege of attending a conference where the author spoke about this book, and it truly left a lasting impact.

One of the most powerful takeaways for me was the realization that the challenges I face as a first-gen student are not my fault. For so long, I’ve carried the weight of trying to “catch up” to peers who had more resources such as family who understood college, access to tutors, or schools that prepared them better. This book helped me reframe those feelings - not as personal shortcomings, but as reflections of broader systemic barriers. That shift from self-doubt to self-advocacy has been transformative.

Change the Wallpaper gave me not only understanding, but also a sense of validation, hope, and motivation. It reminded me that real change requires collective effort and that my voice, and the voices of others like me, matter.

Thank you Dr. Dasgupta for this important, empowering work.

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