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Study: No Clear Definition On Who is a First-Generation Student

New study indicates that higher education institutions have made strides in identifying and assisting first-generation students, but the lack of a standardized definition of a first-generation student is negatively impacting how institutions properly aid this group.

Diverse Issues in Higher Education / October 03, 2018

Congressman Bobby Scott (D-VA-3) supports First-Generation College Celebration

Congressman Bobby Scott (D-VA-3) shares his message of support for First-Generation College Celebration!

Council for Opportunity in Education / October 03, 2018

5 ways our college is helping first-generation college students succeed

Higher-ed leaders must create programs and processes to help all students transform their lives, and their families, for generations to come.

ECampus News / October 02, 2018

Advancing the American Dream

UCI is unsurpassed at helping low-income, first-generation and other nontraditional students thrive in college and beyond

UCI News / October 02, 2018

Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) supports First-Generation College Celebration

Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) shares his support for First-Generation College Celebration!

Council for Opportunity in Education / October 02, 2018

Congressman Phil Roe (R-TN-1) supports First-Generation College Celebration

Congressman Phil Roe (R-TN-1) shares his message of support for First-Generation College Celebration!

Council for Opportunity in Education / October 01, 2018

Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR-1) supports First-Generation College Celebration

Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR-1) shares her message of support First-Generation College Celebration!

Council for Opportunity in Education / September 30, 2018

ASU helps more students return after freshman year and thrive during college

University's retention rate at 85.2 percent, 11 percentage points higher than 15 years ago; marker is a key point for degree completion

Arizona State University / September 28, 2018

UT Austin’s Achieves Highest Four-Year Graduation Rate in its History

Among the percent of UT Austin’s most recent graduates, a record number of minority, first-generation and Pell-eligible students graduated in comparison to 2012.

Diverse Issues in Higher Education / September 27, 2018

UNCF Lauds Congress for Increased Funding for HBCUs, Low-Income, First-Gen Students

This bill significantly increases funding for HBCUs and low-income, first-generation college students.

Diverse Issues in Higher Education / September 27, 2018

The Trouble With College Finances

Those of us in education who work with high school students and their parents need to do more to help with the financial side of college, argues Terri E. Givens.

Inside Higher Ed / September 27, 2018

Social Mobility Comes at a Cost

How do selective colleges understand the challenges first-gen students face when they are surrounded by much wealthier families?

The Chronicle of Higher Education / September 23, 2018

Leaning in and moving forward

SCTCC provides education and training that WORKS…for individuals, families, and the entire community.

SC Times / September 21, 2018

Report: Counselors Need Better Training to Help Students Apply to Colleges

High school counselors play a key role in assisting first-generation students complete their FAFSA and understand their financial aid opportunity.

Diverse Issues in Higher Education / September 20, 2018

What Is A First Generation College Student?

Helpful information on the first-generation student identity, challenges, and opportunities.

College Factual / September 18, 2018

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TRIO Programs: Paving the Way for Diverse Students in Higher Education

TRIO Student Support Services are essential; by providing strategies, workshops, and resources to support students.

Diverse Issues in Higher Education / September 18, 2018

First-Gen...The Tradition Begins

First-Gen Network kick-off August 2018 during Texas A&M's Howdy Week for incoming freshman and transfer students.

Texas A&M Education and Human Development / September 18, 2018

College Admission Deans Tell Students #WhyApply

ACAC and ACE partner to increase the number of college applications and greater access to higher education.

Forbes / September 14, 2018