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Ascend is a perfect program for first-generation college students. The learning curve faced by first-generation students affects all facets of the college experience—academically, socially, and professionally. MLT has helped me navigate these areas with greater ease.
Veronica Franco Salazar
Ascend 2019
American University, 2020