National honor reflects La Salle’s strong commitment to first-generation student success.
La Salle University has been named a 2021-22 First-Gen Forward Institution by the Center for First-Generation Student Success, a national recognition of La Salle’s firm commitment to first-generation college students.
La Salle is among a select few colleges and universities nationally to have been selected to the Center’s third-annual First-Gen Forward cohort, the nation’s preeminent program acknowledging institutions for their efforts to support and improve the experiences and outcomes of first-generation students.
“La Salle’s historic mission calls upon us to provide a holistic education rooted in high-impact teaching and learning, leading to life-changing professional and personal outcomes,” said President Colleen M. Hanycz, Ph.D. “La Salle values the significance of helping students become the first in their families to earn a college degree. It’s our identity. It’s so