헤라카지노 and The Center for Diversity & Inclusion (CDI) marks the arrival and ongoing celebration of each year’s incoming first-generation students with high imiportance. CDI hosts a First-Generation connection social during Welcome Week that allows first-year and new transfer students to connect with their peers, familiarize themselves with campus resources, and take part in 헤라카지노 주소 culture and traditions! 

Being First Gen at 헤라카지노 주소, we realize that holding the identity of a first-generation student is complex. First-generation students are academically skilled and contribute greatly to the campus community; it is the lack of critical cultural capital necessary to navigate the “hidden curriculum” of universities and colleges successfully that impact first-generation students adversely. Students with one (or more) parent(s) or guardian(s) that have completed a 4-year institution often have greater sources of support in understanding how to traverse the policies, procedures, jargon, and expectations of collegiate life. To open opportunities for additional support for students that are first-generation but do not fully meet the federal guidelines to qualify as a first-generation student, the Center for Diversity & Inclusion (CDI) has resources to aid in the success of first-generation students.

First-Generation students are more likely to exhibit the following traits:

What Does It Mean to Be a First-Generation Student?

First-generation (or first gen, for short) college students are students whose parents or guardians have not had the opportunity to complete a bachelor’s degree in the United States. Many students whose parents have degrees from outside of the U.S. also identify as first-gen. First-Gen Eagles —including first-gen faculty and staff—are a fundamental part of our campus and a strong and proud part of the 헤라카지노 주소 family.

Am I a First-Generation college student?

There are a few different definitions of “first gen.” This section may help you to determine whether you’re a first gen student.