One funny story is when my friend tried to carry a huge bean bag chair into his dorm room. He got it stuck in the doorway and after struggling for 10 minutes, he finally just deflated it and dragged it in. It was hilarious.
Hope is another theme. Despite the difficulties, first-gen stories often carry a sense of hope. The first-gen immigrants hope for a better future for their families in the new country. First-gen college students hope to break the cycle of limited education in their families and open up new opportunities.
First gen stories can be really diverse. For example, there could be first-generation immigrant stories. These often involve the challenges of adapting to a new culture, learning a new language, and building a life from scratch in a foreign land. They might face discrimination or struggle to find jobs that match their skills.
One interesting story is when my friend moved into his dorm. He had so many boxes that it took him three trips from the car to his room. And he accidentally dropped a box of his precious books on the stairs. Another is about a girl who found out her roommate was from the same small town as her. They became best friends instantly on move in day.
A girl moved into her college apartment. As she was unpacking, she noticed that there were small holes in the walls. Later that night, she heard scurrying sounds. Turns out there were mice living in the walls. It was terrifying for her as she was afraid of rodents. She had to call the maintenance immediately to deal with it, but she couldn't sleep well for several days until the problem was resolved.
One inspiring first gen student story is about a student who overcame financial hardships. His family couldn't afford many educational resources, but he worked part - time jobs and studied hard in the library. Eventually, he got a full scholarship to a top university.
Well, a first-gen's personal story might include experiences like being the first in their family to go to college, dealing with the pressure of setting an example, and navigating unfamiliar systems without much family guidance.
Sure. A guy brought a really old typewriter for some reason. He was so proud of it. But when he was setting it up on his desk, he accidentally knocked it over and keys flew everywhere. He spent the whole day trying to put the keys back.