News & Views
MCAE experiences a transition in leadership
MCAE Director Fernie Rodriguez resigned Jan. 17, leaving the organization in a transition period.
By Natasha Delion
UMN’s “First Gen Proud” campaign hopes to expand efforts beyond First Gen Week
The campaign has raised visibility of the first-gen community on campus, but more is needed, university officials and students say.
By Elijah Awada
Upward Bound helps students discover their potential in college
The program helps many first-generation students succeed in college by developing educational skills and providing advice while they are still in high school.
By Amirah Razman
UMN First-Gen Institute’s microgrant program supports first-generation student initiatives
A March 19 event will honor the innovative work produced from three years of microgrants and explore funding opportunities for the future.
By Ariana Valentin
Who is excluded from being a “first-gen student”?
The University of Minnesota says a student is first generation if neither parent has a four-year degree, but some want the definition expanded.
By Jessy Rehmann
First-generation student enrollments vary across colleges
Low enrollments in CSE, Carlson and CBS can lead to challenging environments, some students say.
By Gabriel Castilho
FAFSA delays disrupt financial planning for first-gen students
The University of Minnesota extended its confirmation deadline for the upcoming academic year, but the school’s financial aid office is still receiving concerned calls.
By Gabrielle Erenstein
First-Gen Connect empowers and assists students through graduate school
The program helps first-generation students connect with peers and develop skills for graduate school.
By Ben Wagner
Families First connects first-generation families to UMN
The annual fall program creates a support system for parents and families of first-generation students at the University of Minnesota.
By Fiona Curran
Direct Admissions Minnesota opens pathways for first-generation students to higher education — but not to the UMN’s flagship campus
The university has yet to join the growing state program that offers admission to promising Minnesota high school students without an application.
By Caleb Fravel
Breaking barriers for first-gen student access to mental health care
Options are available to support first-gen students on campus and elsewhere. Here are some resources.
By Hadeal Rizeq
University of Minnesota sees rise in international first-generation students
The U’s international student population is yet to fully rebound after the pandemic; initiatives to aid international first-generation students are being proposed.
By Gabriel Castilho