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Penn First Plus hosts inaugural celebration for students

This photo essay shows how Penn First Plus helped to foster more inclusion, support, and recognition of FGLI students.

The Daily Pennsylvanian / November 13, 2019

Pepperdine Celebrates “Waves of Resilience” on National FGCC Day and Everyday

Pepperdine is poised to capitalize on momentum from National First-Generation College Celebration Day with sustained initiatives and reachable moments.

Nataria T. Joseph Ph.D. / November 13, 2019

Nebraska provides resources, support for first-gen students

This program is helping students embrace being the first in their family to attend college by giving them the resources they need to succeed.

The Daily Nebraskan / November 12, 2019

First-generation alumna shares her Cal Lutheran story

Krystal Rhaburn, a first-generation student college graduate, reflects on how being a first-generation student “both terrified and motivated” her.

The Echo / November 12, 2019

MCC is Glad You're Here!

We honor our students who are dedicated to continue their education with MCC, and we strive to be their ‘home away from home’.

Melissa Sanchez M.Ed. / November 11, 2019

Montevallo’s First-Generation College Celebration

University of Montevallo’s First-Generation Celebration gathered students, staff, and faculty to celebrate the successes of first-generation students.

Faith Callens / November 09, 2019

Broward College’s First-generation Students Say “I CAN”

When someone asks about success, Broward College’s first-generation students say ‘I CAN’, and they do!

Joevania Alexandre M.B.A. / November 08, 2019

TRIO Celebrates National First-gen Day at Fort Wayne

This year, TRIO SSS led a campus-wide First-Generation Celebration to bring awareness to the vibrant first-gen students, faculty, and staff on campus.

Shubitha Kever M.P.A. / November 08, 2019

Engaging Families of First-generation College Students

Families, of first-gen students, need assistance too.

Martina Martin Ph.D. / November 08, 2019

WVU Tech Celebrates First-generation College Students!

A weeklong celebration of TRIO SSS unites the WVU Tech community.

Jeanette Bane M.A. / November 08, 2019

SMCC's First-Generation Celebration!

SMCC's First-Generation Celebration Touches Hearts.

Lorrie Shelton / November 08, 2019

'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

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

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

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

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

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