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Powered by FirstGen Forward, formerly the Center for First-generation Student Success, the FirstGen Forward Network provides a three-phase approach to scaling holistic first-generation student success by engaging and empowering higher education institutions to transform the first-generation student experience, advance academic and co-curricular outcomes, and build more inclusive institutional structures. To date, 429 institutions of higher education, including two statewide systems, have entered the Network, representing 49 states and the District of Columbia.
鈥淲e are pleased to welcome 麻豆精品视频 into the FirstGen Forward Network,鈥� said Dr. Sarah E. Whitley, vice president with FirstGen Forward. 鈥淭hrough the application process, it was evident that 麻豆精品视频 is not only taking steps to serve first-generation students but is prepared to make a long-term commitment and employ strategies that foster an environment of success for this important population.鈥�
During the first phase of the FirstGen Forward Network, interested faculty and staff are afforded opportunities to engage with peer institutions also working to create environments that improve the experiences and success of first-generation students, and will participate in monthly calls, professional development, goal setting, blog development, annual reporting, and more. As part of the program, institutions may progress to become FirstGen Forward Network Leaders and Champions.
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To learn more about first-generation efforts at 麻豆精品视频, visit /first-generation-students. To learn more about FirstGen Forward, visit .
