Finding her voice: UF student turns first-gen journey into a path to the courtroom
Photo courtesy of Sarah Hoffer.
When University of Florida criminology student Sarah Hoffer stands before a panel of judges in a courtroom, she feels entirely at home. But the confidence she projects today is something she had to build through resilience, mentorship and a deep belief in herself.
A first-generation college student, Hoffer transferred from Florida International University to UF in 2023, ready to take advantage of every opportunity.
“I wanted a school with more resources, more ways to get involved and a strong network for pre-law students,” said Hoffer, who will graduate with a bachelor’s degree in criminology from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences in December. “UF had everything I was looking for.”
