Topic: First Generation Students

A first-gen doctoral grad talks about coping with college culture shock, what she learned from a former First Lady, and how universities can better support students like her

Statement from EdTrust Vice President of P-12 Policy, Practice & Research, Allison Socol, Ph.D.

TRIO programs open college pathways for students who are first-generation, low-income, and from groups historically excluded from higher education

Thrive Scholars uses proven interventions to enhance access, persistence, and completion rates for first-generation, under-resourced students

NCTQ identifies six policy levers states can use to build a stronger teacher workforce for students with disabilities and English learners.

Texas Community College Student Advisory Council members discussed governance, student success strategies, K-12 and workforce partnerships, and higher education policies with trustees and community college leaders at a recent conference in Austin

A first-gen Asian American student talks about his academic journey, career path, and challenges he’s faced while attending college

A first-generation student from a mixed-status family talks about her academic journey, challenges she’s faced, and fears about how this administration’s policies could affect her family and friends

How American’s literacy crisis negatively influences career opportunities and success after high school