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Â鶹ŮÀÉ Receives First Forward Designation

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By brittany sylvestri | 5/1/2019

Â鶹ŮÀÉ’s was recently named a “First Forward Institutionâ€� by The Center for First-generation Student Success, an initiative of NASPA – Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education and The Suder Foundation.

The Office of First-Generation Student Success serves as a referral hub to the various services that exist to inspire and assist first-generation students at Â鶹ŮÀÉ, including academic support, advising, financial assistance and scholarships, mentorship, and the “First and Proudâ€� registered student organization.

“Â鶹ŮÀÉ is dedicated to creating a brighter future for talented first-generation students,â€� said . “Failure to do so puts us at risk of losing many of our most gifted high school graduates.â€�

The First Forward designation recognizes institutions of higher education who have demonstrated a commitment to improving experiences and advancing outcomes of first-generation college students. Selected institutions receive professional development, community-building experiences, and a first look at the Center’s research and resources.Ìý

“First Forward is an exciting opportunity for Â鶹ŮÀÉ to join an elite community of professionals prepared to share evidence-based practices and resources, troubleshoot challenges, generate knowledge, and continue to advance the success of first-generation students across the country. We are excited to see a groundswell of activity from the First Forward cohort and know Â鶹ŮÀÉ will be a significant contributor,â€� said Kevin Kruger, Ph.D., president of NASPA.Ìý 

To learn more about the Center for First-Generation Student Success, visit . To learn more about Â鶹ŮÀÉ’s Office of First-Generation Student Success, visit .Ìý

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