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First@º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ Program

The First@º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ program is designed to support first-generation students and their families in taking advantage of everything that º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ has to offer.

 

Every year more than 400 first-generation students are pursuing their degrees at º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½. They are students whose parents have not earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

Understanding the unique experiences of first-generation students, First@º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ offers students support and guidance in:

  • Making the jump to college life
  • Understanding academic expectations at the collegiate level
  • Navigating key campus offices
  • Building a sense of community with one another 

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º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½â€™s investment in support for first-generation students has resulted in 4-year graduation rates of over 92% in recent years.

º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ the Program

The First@º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ program, which is open to all incoming first-generation students, includes the following components:

The pre-orientation program includes:

  • A welcome dinner for students and families
  • Peer mentoring and social activities with current first-generation º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ students
  • Advising to assist with campus involvement, course selection, and understanding academic rules
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    • Skills associated with effective reading, note-taking, and writing
    • Time management, self-care, and building a healthy social life

 

First@º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ offers opportunities tailored to meet the specific needs of the students in the program, which may look like:

  • Ongoing programming connects students to º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½'s many resources
  • Group and one-on-one discussions on making the most of the opportunities at an elite liberal arts college
  • Social events to build community, including dinners, study breaks, and game nights
  • Bi-weekly First@º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ communications to highlight upcoming events, programs, campus opportunities, and important institutional deadlines

Students gather to snowshoe on campus.

First-generation students celebrate their graduation together.

Students and their families attend the First Generation Dinner during Family Weekend.

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