“I was injured. I only had 30 percent use of my arms. Only after [that], I borrowed $500 from my grandparents so I could enroll in college. But I was able to meet with school counselors and instructors who helped me. I’m afraid other students in the same situation won’t have my opportunities. [This budget cut] is potentially going to slam the door in their faces.” – Michaelina Zmijewski (right), education major
“I just wanted to help. It’s insane that as students we have to fight for this.” – Mercedes De Ariva (below right), regional development major
“It’s really important that we support each other. A lot of people don’t have money to pay more than they already are. – Fernando Sanchez (below left), engineering major
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