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How to help first-generation students navigate the challenges of higher education

First-generation students face unique challenges. Here are some strategies to help them succeed

The Times Higher Education / January 04, 2024

Angelo State Students Sitting around table with laptop with many stickers in first-generation student center

ASU earns ‘First Scholars Institution’ title

ASU was originally named a “First-gen Forward Institution” by the CFGSS in 2020.

Concho Valley Homepage / January 04, 2024

Concrete Texas Tech University seal outside on sunny day in front of fountains

Texas Tech named as First Scholars Institution

Texas Tech was chosen based on its commitment to advancing the outcomes of first-gen students through improving institution-wide approaches.

Texas Tech University / December 24, 2023

Celebrating Each Other

What do all first-generation students have in common?

Jullie Williams / December 21, 2023

Towson University First-gen Faculty and Students

Building Community Through Education

Towson University builds community for first-generation students through awareness campaign.

Charla Fowlkes / December 20, 2023

Two students holding framed sign reading

Florida State University receives national recognition

FSU was announced as one of 15 new schools across the country named a First Scholars Institution.

Florida State University / December 14, 2023

Two usculum students speaking with TRIO personnel in office with wooden desk

Tusculum’s support for first-gen students results in progression

Tusculum University will develop even stronger outcomes for these pioneers and their families.

Tusculum University / December 13, 2023

Line of graduates in black caps and gowns with multicolored stoles at commencement

Purdue University Northwest Promoted to First Scholars

Earning First Scholars status means PNW has demonstrated sustained commitment to support its first-generation students.

Purdue University Northwest / December 12, 2023

University of Delaware Faculty and Students

University of Delaware Celebrates National First-Generation Day

The University of Delaware celebrated its first-generation students for National First-Generation Celebration Day with a week of activities, culminating in a National First-Generation Celebration Day Luncheon, which gathered over 100 students.

Michelle Bailey / December 11, 2023

A Fire-Starting First-Generation Council

The fire-starter, First-Generation Council at Baldwin Wallace University is cooking up amazing opportunities for First-generation Students, Trip-Upward Bounds Students, and Our Allies!

Marsita L. Ferguson / December 06, 2023

Center for First-generation Student Success announces new First Scholars institutions

Fifteen new institutions were selected for commitment to advancing the outcomes of first-generation students.

FirstGen Forward / December 06, 2023

Fixing your Focus: Changing your internal conversation

Have you ever made an appointment with a professor, and they didn't show up?

Brenda Hunt / December 04, 2023

First-generation student panel at Northeast State Community College

Northeast State Community College First-Generation Day Celebration

I'm First and What That Means.

Wesley Greear / November 30, 2023

Visibility, Affirmation, and Community

Expanding Our Celebration of First-Generation Undergraduates

Danielle Gioia / November 30, 2023

Child dressed like superhero in front of blue sky

Reframing the narrative for first-gen students

Based on her own experience, Lisa M. Lee explains how universities can support students from a place of strength rather than deficit.

The Times Higher Education / November 24, 2023

UNLV First-Generation Students Get Rebel Ready

Rebel Ready Week is a new UNLV initiative that enables the incoming first-year class to become familiarized, empowered, and network before the first week of classes.

Jesus Villanueva, Ana Marrero, and Harriet E. Barlow / November 20, 2023

Volunteer State Community College student orientation tabling

Pioneer Ponderings

First-generation students need our support!

Terry Bubb / November 20, 2023

First To FAFSA

Through collaborative partnerships, we can make students who are “First to FAFSA,” successful.

Marisa Thayn / November 17, 2023