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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
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SMCC's First-Generation Celebration!

SMCC's First-Generation Celebration Touches Hearts.

Lorrie Shelton / November 08, 2019
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'First-Gen' Proud: Campuses Are Celebrating An Overlooked Group. But Is That Enough?

The push to identify and support first-generation students has spread to campuses across the country including North Central College.

NPR / November 08, 2019
Resume event helps first-gen students highlight their experiences

Resume event on campus helps students build resumes to make them stand out as first-generation students and highlight their accomplishments.

Iowa State Daily / November 07, 2019
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Mt. Hood CC Opens Opportunities for First-Generation Students

Daniela Baltag, a first-generation immigrant from Moldova, is exploring new possibilities thanks to what the school offers.

Willamette Week / November 07, 2019
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OPINION: Being First-gen is not a disadvantage, it's an asset

One student reflects on how her first-generation student identity is an asset and a driving force to her success.

The Beacon / November 06, 2019
Ithaca College FIRST Look
FIRST Look into Pre-Semester Program Success!

Learn how Ithaca College is expanding its comprehensive pre-semester program, FIRST Look, for first-gen students and their families.

Lia Muñoz M.Ed. / November 06, 2019
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Center Newsletter 11.5.19

In this edition: 2019 #CelebrateFirstGen; National Data Fact Sheets; Upcoming First-gen Forward Virtual Meeting

FirstGen Forward / November 05, 2019
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NMSU to host First-Generation College Celebration

New Mexico State University will participate in a nationwide event that celebrates first-generation students and connect them with resources to succeed.

El Paso Herald-Post / November 05, 2019
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Giving Students the "Scoop" on College

ODU finds a creative way to connect first-generation faculty and students to each other, and to the campus.

Erin Colwell M.Ed. / November 04, 2019
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First-Gen College Students Are Trailblazers

This first-generation student's reflection of her journey to college reminds her that she is setting the foundation for her younger siblings.

Forbes / November 01, 2019
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Lessons Learned: Powerful Peer Mentor Programs

The High Potential Program at Saint Mary's College of California offers insights and lessons learned over the years of building a successful Peer Mentor Program.

Jenee Palmer M.A. / November 01, 2019
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FLI program continues to evolve to better support students

At Swarthmore, a program geared towards fist-generation, low-income students continues to provide better support and resources for its students.

The Phoenix / October 31, 2019
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When Passion Meets Support: Fostering First-generation Student Success

Be First, Be Proud, Be FAU

Andrea I. Guzman Oliver Ed.D. / October 30, 2019
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College Giving by Foundations Focuses on Student Success

The three top priorities of private foundations that give to higher education include helping low-income and first-generation students.

The Chronicle of Philanthropy / October 29, 2019
OPINION: More Latinx students gain diplomas thanks to ‘early college’

A program designed to bridge the gap between high school and college is showing success at this California college.

The Hechinger Report / October 29, 2019
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Prepared to thrive from day one: college provides books, tech to students

Students and families can’t always afford items like books and technology that are essential for positive student outcomes.

Omaha World-Herald / October 29, 2019
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WSU program recognized for first-generation efforts

A program for first-generation students who have a familial background in migrant agricultural work was recognized as a finalist for a national award.

The Daily Evergreen / October 28, 2019
Equity Program at LTCC helps students succeed

The program helps students who are minorities, homeless, low-income, or first generation college students navigate college life and thrive.

Tahoe Daily Tribune / October 27, 2019