Analysis Of The Lives Of Limbo By Esperanza

Prior to reading this novel, I was not aware of the assistance that student services offices could provide for immigrants. Their goal is to retain students by improving their chances to succeed. They encourage all students to drop by, sit down, and have a chat with no barriers. Students are given the privacy and intimate relationship they strive for. Student services offices can show students what they can achieve: “Student services workers found creative ways to provide undocumented students on their campuses with internship opportunities and private scholarships” (Lives of Limbo, 166). I was not aware that immigrants can now be provided with some form of financial aid. These workers also help immigrant students connect more with other faculty …show more content…
For many students they encounter difficulties when search for organizations or groups of people who relate to them. In the Lives of Limbo, Esperanza faced great discouragement and resentment: “This not only increased Esperanza’s sense of isolation but also meant that she had no one with who to share her frustration” (Lives in Limbo, 154). She feels as if she has no peers whom she can share stories with. She tried to seek out help, but faced discrimination and could not even trust school counselors. Immigrants how attend universities often fell uneasy and have no sense of belonging. Many immigrants feel as if they have missed out on the college experience because of work, and the need to study more than the average American. These students also face extreme difficulties with transportation. “Until January 2015, undocumented immigrants in California could not purchase a car, buy insurance, or legally drive” (Lives in Limbo, 156). Getting from school, to work, to their house sometimes seems impossible. They were forced to ride the bus, but that would put them in higher risk of being caught by the ICE. Many immigrants are put in situations that they are unable to alter due to their financial situations: “It feels like I can’t do anything 100%” (Lives in Limbo, 157). When these particular students attend college, they are putting themselves at risk for deportation and worsening their future. No matter how bright or studious an immigrant might be, they will always have a disadvantage. Teachers need to set each and every one of their students up for success. They should make them feel welcomed and encourage them to participate in activities. This will enhance their experience and give them the desire to further their