Inside Higher Ed

Connecting First-Gen Faculty and Students

Over half of undergraduates nationally are first-generation college students, according to 2015–16 data from NASPA. Despite making up a significant portion of learners, first-generation students often ...
Purdue University

First-Generation College Students

First-Generation College Students ("First-Gen") are those who are attending college and have parents that did not complete a four year degree, regardless of other education obtained within the family ...
CU Boulder News & Events

First-Generation Scholars Program

The First-Generation Scholars Program supports first-generation students at CU Boulder by helping Buffs build community, develop skills and make the most of their college experience. Through events, ...
Mississippi State University

Mississippi State recognized as national leader in advancing first-generation student success

STARKVILLE, Miss.—FirstGen Forward is recognizing Mississippi State as one of only 18 U.S. institutions of higher education among its newest class of FirstGen Forward Network Champions. A student ...