Being the first: First generation students share experience, struggles and misconceptions
Members of the First Generation Student Network pose for a photo. Photo by Bill Dabney. Coming to college can
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Angelica Franaschouk: First-Gen Student to Student Body President - Newsroom
A first-generation college student, Angelica’s journey to become student body president was not so straightforward as one might imagine.
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UNM to celebrate Higher Education Act, first-generation students Nov. 8
A historic celebration is coming to not just the University of New Mexico, but the entire country on Nov. 8. It’s the 55th anniversary of the Higher Education Act, legislation signed into law by Former President Lyndon Johnson. He proposed to Congress...
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Esteemed UNM staff member, Laura Valdez, retires
Laura Valdez has played many key roles at The University of New Mexico over the last 34 years. As she enters retirement, Lobos reflect on how she has impacted first-generation college students and advisors. “Things that we take for granted when we’ve...
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UNM declared First-generation Forward Institution
The University of New Mexico was recently declared a First-generation Forward Institution by the Center for First-gen Student Success. The designation recognizes institutions of higher education who have demonstrated a commitment to improving experiences...
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JMU joins the Common App to create more diversity on campus
JMU has seen an increase in applications from diverse populations after joining the Common Application.
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