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This study examines Mexican-origin first-generation college students’ (FGCS) transformational impetus within the sociopolitical context of the Nuevo South. Authors investigate transformational impetus through students’ perceptions of knowledge and tools for advocating for equity and social justice in their communities. Results suggest a greater perceived awareness of equity and social justice tools for community uplift among Mexican-origin FGCS than continuing-generation Mexican-origin college students. Implications for research and practice are provided.

This paper highlights Latinx youth’s community engagement and activist identities during their participation in CHANCE ( Campamento Hispano Abriendo Nuestro Camino a la Educación), a college access program at UNC Greensboro. We examined Latinx youth’s activist identities using critical qualitative inquiry. Findings reveal collective consciousness and responsibility to the Latinx community. Implications and significance for higher education demonstrate how college access pathway programs, such as CHANCE, reinforce Latinx students’ scholar-activist identities.