Courtney Pina Miller
Lecturer
As a first-gen student who has navigated several universities, I understand the complex obstacles first-gen students face (as well as the many strengths we have!). I am eager to mentor undergraduate and graduate students about topics like imposter syndrome, finding a sense of belonging on campus, and managing the socio-cultural experiences of class and educational mobility. I’m especially interested in supporting low-income students, students of color, and any one else whose various identities intersect with and/or complicate their experiences as first-gen. Above all, I’m here to uplift first-gen students and remind you that you belong and deserve to be here!
- First-Generation College and Graduate/Professional
- Member of Tri-Alpha National Honor Society
- Gender Identity and Pronouns: she/her
- Race, Ethnicity, and/or Nationality: Mexican-American and White
- Hometown: Ontario, Ohio
- Languages Spoken: English
- Business/Industry of Interest: Arts and Humanities
- Personal Facts/ Hobbies/ Interests: I live in Brookline with my husband (who is also first-gen!) and our 5-year old daughter. I love traveling, cooking, and binge-watching TV (especially certain series over and over again). I consider myself indoorsy, though I am energized by living and working in the city. I love coffee, chocolate, and Indian food.
- BU Profile