It’s no secret that today’s college experience is vastly different than it was just a generation ago. Now more than ever, today’s college student often has multiple commitments beyond academics. Extracurriculars, co-curriculars, social clubs and events, sports, and even social media each command a portion of their attention. For first-generation college ... Read More
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5 Tips for Creating a Successful Peer Mentoring Program
Transitions between grades or from middle school to high school can be challenging for certain students. Academic struggles, economic disadvantages, and social development are hurdles that some students must learn to overcome, particularly if they are the first in their family to be college-bound. For these students, staying on track can be difficult. Many ... Read More
Overcoming First-Generation College Student Struggles
First-generation college students often find university life to be vastly different than anything they’ve ever experienced. Even those students who pursued a rigorous course of study in high school may find college daunting. From the admissions process to housing to charting their academic path, first-generation college student struggles may require more ... Read More