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10 Strategies for Colleges to Retain and Graduate First-Generation Students

This article outlines programs that create a campus culture of diversity, inclusion, access, opportunity, and success for first-generation students.

Huffington Post / January 05, 2017

Inspiring First-Generation Students Through Literature

A professor's committment to making her first-generation identity known to students so that they can know someone with a similiar experience.

Michigan State University / January 01, 2017

Internship Experience and Networking Paramount for College Graduates

A blog about the importance of internship experience and networking for first-generation college students.

Huffington Post / December 28, 2016

Facebook Internship Reinforces Confidence, Acknowledging Mistakes

A blog exploring the importance of completing an internship and the longstanding benefits.

Huffington Post / December 17, 2016

Why Low-Income Students Don’t Apply To Elite Universities

Colleges and universities need to better understand the factors that drive low-income students to less selective schools.

Huffington Post / August 31, 2016

Journey to College Series #4: Final College Decisions

Final installment of the Students Rising Above’s College Application Journey, strive to become first-generation college students.

Huffington Post / August 24, 2016

Vocabulary Words New College Students Need To Gain A Competitive Edge

First-generation students are at a disadvantage from counterparts, as they know less about how to navigate the system to gain a competitive edge.

Huffington Post / August 18, 2016

Congratulations. You Got Into College. Now What?

A blog about needing to provide academic, financial, social and emotional mentorship and support to first-generation college students.

Huffington Post / June 28, 2016

What First-Generation College Students Want

Sometimes young people are left out of the conversation about what they need to succeed.

The Atlantic / June 11, 2016

Denver First Gen Grad Becomes Global Leader

Director General Chacon shares his experience as first-generation college student to the U.S. Department of State.

Huffington Post / June 07, 2016

Here’s How We ‘Make America Great Again’

Bridging the opportunity gap by supporting first-generation college students

Huffington Post / May 27, 2016

Hope, Dreams and Aerospace

Senior Aerospace Engineer shares her journey through the STEM field.

Huffington Post / May 26, 2016

10 Ways to Cut College Education Costs

Ten reccommended ways to reduce your college bill.

Huffington Post / May 26, 2016

How to Implement the First-Gen Mindset

This mindset is a crucial ingredient for inclusive campus environments and for creating pathways for students who are the first-gen.

Presence / May 12, 2016

Show me the money? Not so fast.

A scholarship model to better support first-generation college students through mentorship and hands on assistance.

Huffington Post / May 12, 2016

Leading by Example: Outreach Trip Addresses Health Disparities

A Yale first-generation students experience and support from Students Rising Above.

Huffington Post / May 05, 2016

Why The First-Gen Mindset Is Crucial To College Student Retention

There is a responsibility of higher education professionals to build awareness and knowledge to continue to learn how to best support FGC students.

Precense / May 03, 2016

Journey to College Series #3: Narrowing Down College Visit Choices

Third installment of the Students Rising Above’s College Application Journey, strive to become first-generation college students.

Huffington Post / April 29, 2016