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Find the latest from the Center, learn new and innovative approaches from colleagues, and engage with current mainstream media conversations on first-generation student success. In addition to the filters below, please utilize the “search” bar in the top, right corner to search by keyword, author name, or publication title.

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Community Support for First-Generation Graduate Students
FEATURE | August 09, 2021

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The Center Announces New Grant from the Crimsonbridge Foundation
FEATURE | January 14, 2021

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Assistant Director Search

The Center is searching for an assistant director to lead and manage professional development opportunities through conferences and events.

The Center / December 01, 2021
How colleges can rise to a ‘higher level’ to help first-gen students

Institutions should be asking numerous questions and doing widespread auditing to ensure success.

University Business / November 24, 2021
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First-Generation Student Success: Proximity Does Not Equal Advocacy

Dr. Whitnee Boyd, coordinator of special projects at Texas Christian University and Center Advocacy Group Chair advocates with intention for first-gen student success.

Whitnee Boyd Ed.D. / November 09, 2021
How to Get First-Generation Students

They are among the most price-sensitive students around, survey finds.

Inside Higher Ed / November 08, 2021
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Fifth Annual First-Generation College Celebration

On November 8, 2021, the Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) and the Center for First-generation Student Success will lead the national efforts of the fifth annual First-Generation College Celebration.

The Center / November 01, 2021
$40 million gift will help 1st-gen students at the University of Michigan

To combat the struggles first-gen students face, Wilpon and his wife, Judy, created the Kessler Scholars Program and are funding it in perpetuity.

NPR / October 28, 2021
NALP Reports Employment Outcomes for First-Gen College Students

For the first time, NALP has measured the law school employment outcomes for first-gen graduates.

National Association for Law Placement / October 20, 2021
Virtual Tours Could Get More First-Gen Students to College

More human interactions, real-time Q&A opportunities, insights into the surrounding area, club information, and translation services are key.

The Chronicle of Higher Education / October 06, 2021
Investments in Student Success through Academic and Student Affairs

Academic Affairs and Student Affairs are working together at Independence Community College!

David Adams, M.A. / September 29, 2021
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College degree doesn’t pay off as well for first-generation grads

New research shows these grads get lesser jobs at lower pay than better-connected classmates

The Hechinger Report / September 24, 2021
Let's Talk About It: A Focus Group Approach

Western Washington University’s students are heard, seen, and valued.

Sara Wilson, M.S. / September 22, 2021
Rider University Hosts Inaugural First-gen Welcome Reception

New Student Move-in is an exciting day at Rider University, especially after a year with many of our students learning virtually; we took the opportunity to capitalize on the excitement and host our inaugural First-generation Student & Family Welcome Reception.

Christine Mehlhorn, M.A. / September 22, 2021
Becoming a First-gen Husky at Bloomsburg University

Learn more about Bloomsburg University's top first-gen priorities.

Mindy Andino, Ed.D. / September 08, 2021
Center Newsletter 9.7.21

In this edition: Meet your #Firstgen Team; Center Openings; Journal Deadline; #AdvocateFirstgen; NASPA Excellence Awards; #CelebrateFirstGen Highlights

The Center / September 07, 2021
First-gen Alumni Give Back to University, Honor Father

First-generation alumni create a scholarship at their alma mater in memory of their father, who changed their path.

Sharmay Wood, M.A., M.P.S. / September 03, 2021
Building the Raft for Our First-generation Otters

As a growing and diverse raft, CSUMB supports and celebrates our first-gen otters through cross-campus collaboration.

Michael Dorsch & Purvi Shah / August 25, 2021
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2021 Center Openings

The Center is hiring! Submit an application by September 13.

Center for First-generation Student Success / August 23, 2021
Center Newsletter 8.17.21

In this edition: Latest Journal Issue; Editorial Board Open Call; Center Online Learning; #NASPA22 CFP and Reviewers; #CelebrateFirstGen Highlights; CatalystFIRST; First-Generation Southwest Symposium

The Center / August 17, 2021