First Generation Programming Services
La’Tonya Rease Miles
Last week, we started talking about this month’s theme, Culture as a First Gen. This week, we welcome Dr. La’Tonya (LT) Rease Miles, a powerhouse in first-generation education and advocacy, to discuss this month’s theme. As a first-gen college graduate herself, LT has been a force in higher education. She’s led groundbreaking programs for first-gen students at UCLA and Loyola Marymount University, and now serves as a Partnership Development Representative at ReUp Education, where she advises institutions on the first-gen experience. In addition to her many leadership roles, LT is also a co-founder of My Tribe Media, championing initiatives that uplift non-traditional adult learners and advance the visibility of first-gen students.
Culture as a First Gen
In this episode, LT also talks about the power of seeing ourselves represented in pop culture and how first gen characters, like Peter Parker and Miles Morales’s Spider-Man, can become symbols of resilience and inspiration for students going through something new that their families may not be familiar with. She does explain that while Peter isn’t explicitly labeled as “first gen,” his working-class background and journey through college reflect the core struggles many first gens face: balancing family expectations, adapting to new environments, and finding their voice. Characters like these give us something we can relate to and resonate with. They make us feel like we’re not alone in what we’re going through and are more important than we might realize.
The First Gen Madrina
If you are a University, College, Company or Organization, The First Gen Madrina offers workshops on a variety of topics (such as imposter syndrome, time management, managing burnout, building a self-care plan, etc..), custom built mentorship programs as well as customized services tailored to the needs of the client.
Join Sara, The First Gen Madrina, for individual coaching and/or group coaching. The journey can often feel lonely but that does not mean that you are alone! Check out the Our Services tab on our website for more information! http://
In order to follow along, remember to rate, review, and subscribe to The First Gen Madrina Podcast to stay connected. Also, follow on instagram and LinkedIn @thefirstgenmadrina and Sara Diaz, LCSW. Sara acknowledges that the term first gen can be fluid, so The First Gen Madrina is committed to supporting all first gens! This isn’t just about breaking barriers—it’s about providing unwavering support that propels individuals to embrace life’s challenges and triumphs.
In conclusion, stay tuned to meet amazing first-generation guests for the podcast, endless topics related to the first-gen experience and transformational coaching! Sara is your go to Madrina for all things first gen!
¡Hasta pronto!
