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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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First-gen Stories
FEATURE | January 18, 2023

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Center announces new First Scholars institutions
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Succeeding as a First-Generation Student with Dr. Julianna Barnes

Dr. Julianna Barnes shares her experience as a bi-racial, first-gen graduate and her vision for the future of community colleges.

Diverse Issues in Higher Education / October 12, 2022
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Building on a History of First-gen Support

Sonoma State University works to expand cross-campus collaborations to build upon its history of first-gen student success.

Rose Calzontzi / October 12, 2022
Center Newsletter 10.11.22

In this edition: The Center is Hiring; #CelebrateFirstgen Grant Recipients; #AdvocateFirstgen; JFGSS Deadline; Careers in Student Affairs Month; NASPA Excellence Awards

The Center / October 11, 2022
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First-gen Initiatives at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Explore first-generation success activities and initiatives at Illinois.

Brian Becker, Shawn Hampton, and Jennifer Mendez / October 05, 2022
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Mining for First-generation Monarchs – Our Perpetual Mission

Meet the first-generation Monarchs!

Amy Futoma, Matt Havrilla / October 05, 2022
The Center Names Sam Goessling as First Chief Growth Officer

The veteran advancement and development executive will lead a capital campaign to support Center’s new multi-year growth plan.

The Center / September 28, 2022
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Center Newsletter 9.20.22

In this edition: NASPA Excellence Awards; Drop-in Q&A; JFGSS Editorial Board Application; #CelebrateFirstgen; Postsecondary Data Partnership

The Center / September 20, 2022
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Center Newsletter 9.6.22

In this edition: #NASPA23 Call for Programs; #FGSS23 CAC Application; #AdvocateFirstgen; New Publication; Call for Chapters

The Center / September 06, 2022
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Why Institutional Narratives About First-Gen Students Matter

Consider whether your college is putting too heavy a burden on first-generation students with its expectations, write Rashné Jehangir and Tai Do.

Inside Higher Ed / August 30, 2022
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Ensuring first-generation students and their families feel connected

A first-gen graduate working in enrolment shares insight into what administrators can do to ensure first-gen students and families feel connected.

The Times Higher Education / August 30, 2022
Center Newsletter 8.23.22

In this edition: Latest Journal Issue; #NASPA23 Call for Programs; Share Your #CelebrateFirstGen Plans; #CatalystFIRST Requests; First-gen Student Leadership

The Center / August 23, 2022
Admitting First-Generation and Low-Income Students is Not Enough

Dr. Nina Wieda urges institutions to think holistically about how FGLI students' experiences differ from those of other students.

Diverse Issues in Higher Education / August 15, 2022
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First-generation college student statistics in 2022

Dr. Sarah E. Whitley unpacks key statistics related to the first-gen student identity that inform recommendations for promoting student success.

Bankrate / August 15, 2022
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Helping Faculty Help First-Gen Students

Equipped with the right knowledge and tools, professors can help first-generation students succeed. Our infographic offers six supports to consider.

Inside Higher Ed / August 12, 2022
First-Generation Student, Intergenerational Success

Dr. Jack Thomas reflects on the first-gen identity and the importance of supporting this population through the lens of his own personal experience.

Diverse Issues in Higher Education / August 11, 2022
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Center Newsletter 8.9.22

In this edition: JFGSS Editorial Board Application; #AdvocateFirstgen; #CelebrateFirstGen Media Kit; #NASPA23 Call for Programs and Reviewers; Widen the Path Campaign

The Center / August 09, 2022
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9 Ways to Elevate First-Generation Student Support

Institutional efforts to strengthen and personalize supports for first-gen students get noticed. A survey reveals areas for expanded opportunities.

Inside Higher Ed / July 29, 2022
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Normalizing the Unknown for First-Gen Students

Institutions must reassure first-gen students that it’s OK not to have all the answers, writes Nick Ladany.

Inside Higher Ed / July 28, 2022