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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.

FirstGen Forward announces new class of Network Members
FEATURE | August 01, 2024

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FirstGen Forward announces inaugural class of Network Champion Institutions
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WKU President Caboni highlights record gains in retaining students

A key strategy in moving the University’s retention needle is its work with First Generation Students.

WKU News / August 14, 2023
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Ohio Wesleyan Graduate Shirley Paden-Bernstein Makes $1 Million Gift to Benefit First-Generation Students

Ohio Wesleyan University / August 14, 2023
First Generation College Students Experience More Anxiety

Early identification of risks can help ease the transition to college life.

Psychology Today / August 10, 2023
SXSWEDU PanelPicker
Center Newsletter 8.8.23

SXSW EDU PanelPicker; How to #AdvocateFirstgen after Students for Fair Admissions vs. Harvard; Review the Latest #FirstgenScholarship; Share your #CelebrateFirstGen plans nationally; Center Webinars; First Gen Summit

FirstGen Forward / August 08, 2023
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Wake Forest Launches First-Gen Early-Action Option

The private college in Winston-Salem, N.C., announced the new program Thursday as a way to give first-generation students the same admissions opportunities as those from college-educated families.

Inside Higher Ed / August 07, 2023
Eric Maguire, VP for enrollment at Wake Forest U.
Wake Forest U. to Offer Early-Admission Option for First-Gen Students

A new nonbinding early-action option exclusively for first-generation students as a way to attract applicants whose parents lack a four-year college degree while giving them the flexibility to consider other admission and financial aid offers.

The Chronicle of Higher Education / August 03, 2023
Defining ‘First Generation’ in Different Ways

Colleges and governments offer financial and academic support for these students, but there’s no set standard among colleges for what the term means, as limits on affirmative action raise the stakes.

Inside Higher Ed / August 03, 2023
OWU First Gen logo
OWU Helps First-Gen Students Achieve School and Career Success

The Bishop Elevate program serves as a model for other institutions supporting first-gen students.

Arthur Vining Davis Foundation / August 03, 2023
Group photo of Alabama State University First-generation staff
Uniting to Inspire: Our First-gen Community

YOU have a First-gen Story, I have a First-gen Story…WE are making a difference in THEIR First-gen Story!

Cynthia Steel, Acquanetta Pinkard / August 01, 2023
First-Generation College Celebration
Center Newsletter 7.25.23

2023 FGCC Grant Opportunity; Inspire your students with empowering success speakers; Elevating potential through the First Scholars Network; Building fundraising opportunities for first-gen success; Supporting pathways for first-gen students to study abroad; Preparing your first-gen student success proposal for #NASPA24

FirstGen Forward / July 25, 2023
Jackson State University campus
JSU joins First Scholars Network to elevate first-gen student experiences

“It’s all about networking and learning about how to serve that population of first-generation students.”

Jackson Advocate / July 24, 2023
UW-Superior selected as a First Scholars Network Member

The University of Wisconsin-Superior recognized for commitment to improving experiences and advancing outcomes for first-generation college students

All in Wisconsin / July 20, 2023
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Do First-Gen College Grads Face Bias in the Job Market?

Employers may see them as less prepared, but a simple intervention can flip the script.

Stanford Graduate School of Business / July 20, 2023
Here's why pathways to higher education are vital for first-gen students

Many high school graduates seek higher education to gain economic prosperity.

Post Crescent / July 19, 2023
OWU selected to First Scholars Network

The Center has selected Ohio Wesleyan University as a member of its First Scholars Network in recognition of OWU’s efforts to “elevate potential and advance outcomes for first-generation students today and in the future.”

The Delaware Gazette / July 12, 2023
KENT STATE PAVES THE WAY FOR FIRST-GEN STUDENT SUCCESS

Kent State University is one of 21 institutions to advance to First Scholars phase

Kent State Today / July 12, 2023
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Center Newsletter 7.11.23

Thank you, FGSS23; Unlock Exclusive Resources to Elevate Potential: Create a Culture of Celebration on Your Campus; Continue Your Professional Development on Campus; Share Your #FirstgenScholarship and Innovative Approaches;

FirstGen Forward / July 11, 2023
Mateo Fuentes, student at Mt. San Antonio College
Who is a first-generation college student?

California colleges, universities can’t agree.

Cal Matters / July 10, 2023