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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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How to Make College a Better Bet for More People

To explore how to lift people’s prospects, The Chronicle brought together a campus leader, a public official, a researcher, and a college counselor.

The Chronicle of Higher Education / February 27, 2020
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Ways we all contribute to mentoring and caring for students

Building a university culture of mentoring and supporting students should encourage all professionals, no matter their role, to infuse passion for students into their work.

Leslie H. Pendleton Ph.D. / February 27, 2020
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Black First-generation College Students Matter: A Call to Action

Black first-generation students is an under researched topic; this paper calls for intentional research that specifically explores, interrogates, unpacks as well as disaggregates the unique experiences of Black first-generation students.

The Black First-gen Collective / February 27, 2020
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CCM Receives National Award

A program at County College of Morris has received an award for its record of success in serving first-generation students.

Morris County Focus / February 26, 2020
Cultural Spaces on Campus Reduce Minority Students’ Stress

A new book says that cultural centers or spaces help reduce stress for minority and underrepresented students on campus.

Diverse Issues in Higher Education / February 26, 2020
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First-generation Barnard alumnae novelists cross paths at “Coming to Barnard” panel

Four authors-turned-panelists speak about the unique challenges that first-generation students face.

Columbia Spectator / February 24, 2020
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First-generation students recall experiences being mentors, mentees

This program creates an opportunity for first-generation students to receive support as a mentee and to mentor other students.

Daily Toreador / February 23, 2020
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Equipping First-generation Students Against Cognitive Depletion

As we celebrate the achievements of our first-generation students, we also want to be sure that our processes are not creating additional obstacles to their success.

Tabetha Adkins, Ph.D., & Judy Kawamoto, Ph.D. / February 20, 2020
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Faculty, staff interview panel of first-generation students as part of series

Northwest Missouri State University hosted the second installment of its First-Generation Focus series with a panel of first-generation students.

Northwest Missourian / February 19, 2020
Columbia Libraries and FLIP embark on new partnership

Butler Library created an exclusive circulation of textbooks for first-generation low-income students to lighten the burden of textbook costs.

Columbia Spectator / February 19, 2020
Utilizing Social Platforms to Connect with First-gen Students
Center Newsletter 2.18.20

In this edition: Upcoming Professional Development; Pro Dev Scholarship; Utilizing FREE Center Resources

FirstGen Forward / February 18, 2020
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Global Study for First-gen Students: A Collaborative Approach

It takes a village to send our first-gen students around the world.

Lisa G. Miles M.Ed. / February 17, 2020
WV STEM Barriers
WV education officials and students work to break down STEM barriers

WV officials and students are working to break down barriers that are preventing first-generation students from entering and graduating from STEM fields.

The Exponent Telegram / February 16, 2020
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The college experience through first-generation perspectives

A first-generation student at Lehigh University faces unique challenges with his financial aid package.

The Brown and White / February 16, 2020
Including Faculty in First-generation Student Program at Utah Valley University

Both Student and Academic Affairs professionals understand the importance of engaging with our students both inside and outside of the classroom. Nevertheless, building collaborative partnerships is not always straightforward.

Garrett Nagaishi, M.A., & Marcy Glassford, M.P.A. / February 13, 2020
First-generation faculty share experiences to relate to current students

First-generation students-turned-faculty members spoke about their college experiences to help current students who are facing the same struggles.

The Daily Texan / February 12, 2020
‘You First’ program hopes to provide community, guidance for first-gen students

VCU’s first-generation student program, You First, hopes to improve retention and graduation rates at VCU.

The Commonwealth Times / February 11, 2020
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Students first in their family to go to college face unique challenges

First-generation students at Mercer County Community College reflect on their challenges navigating college.

The College Voice / February 10, 2020