The Future is FirstGen

News & Blogs

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
FEATURE | August 01, 2024

FirstGen Forward announces inaugural class of Network Champion Institutions
FEATURE |

Navigating the College Financial Aid Process

A look into the complicated steps involved in completing the federal financial aid form.

Huffington Post / April 12, 2016

Reflections on an Extraordinary Journey

A first-generation student shares her journey from high school through college

Huffington Post / March 18, 2016

Reflections on an Extraordinary Journey

A first-generation student shares her journey from high school through college.

Huffington Post / March 18, 2016

20 Things Every First-Generation Latino College Graduate Should Know

A first-generation latino college student's advice to other aspiring first-generation students.

Huffington Post / February 23, 2016

Journey to College Series #2: Where Our Students Are Applying

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

Huffington Post / January 29, 2016

The Dark Side for a First-Generation College Graduate

A personal first-gen story and hope to to see more continuing-generation student of color.

Huffington Post / January 21, 2016

Five Tips for Writing Supplemental College Essays That Stand Out

A blog about strategies to make your college essay stand out.

Huffington Post / December 08, 2015

Being Black and Fitting in at College

A blog about a first-generation college student experience.

Huffington Post / November 23, 2015

whos in first gen

Who's in First (Generation)?

The term "first generation" tends to be thrown around a lot. But what does the term mean?

Inside Higher Ed / November 10, 2015

Journey to College Series: Introducing Our Students

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

Huffington Post / November 06, 2015

group of students with headsets

Internships Offer Invaluable Glimpse Into Potential Career Field

A blog about the importance of applying for and completing an internship.

Huffington Post / October 21, 2015

Four Things I Wish I Knew When Entering College

A first-generation college student recounts four things that he wish he knew prior to attending college.

Huffington Post / October 06, 2015

Realizing Student Potential Through Specialized Curricula

This article explores the role of magnet schools and whether students who attend them succeed.

Huffington Post / September 22, 2015

How California Is Helping Low-Income Students Succeed In College

California is exemplar in recruiting and retaining an economically diverse student population.

Huffington Post / September 21, 2015

How Technology Is Improving College Success Rates

The Students Rising Above program aims to provide help and guidance to low-income, first-generation college students.

Huffington Post / September 18, 2015

On the Road to Higher Ed: First Time College Students Begin their Journey

Advice for first-time college students as they begin their college journey.

Huffington Post / August 26, 2015

From Problem Child to Model College Student: One First-Gen’s Success Story

This article highlights the story George Springer, who, at 24, became a first-generation college student.

Huffington Post / August 14, 2015

Five Things Families of First-Generation College Students Need to Know

This article proposes five things families of first-generation students should consider before dropping their children off at college.

Huffington Post / August 10, 2015