Close the Gap Foundation

JUNE 15, 2022

32 first-generation, low-income high school students from 15+ cities across California and Washington gathered with their mentors and program leaders to kick off their three-month program experience.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Jenny Rickard First-generation and low and middle-income students interesting in attending college will receive proactive admissions offers through the newly launched 2024-25 Common App Direct Admissions Program. “As

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Scholarship America

JULY 14, 2023

For students from low-income families, college can be a massive catch-22: higher education has never been more important, but it’s also never been more expensive. Private-sector scholarships can make a huge difference when it comes to filling the affordability gap for low-income students.

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Niche - First-Generation Collect Students

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 13, 2023

As a student, as a scholar, as a Black student, as an FLI [first-generation, low-income] student, it was everything that I needed for it to be,” said Kiara Gilbert, who had Glaude as her junior paper and senior thesis adviser. “I

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Niche - First-Generation Collect Students

FEBRUARY 6, 2021

First-gen and low-income student Heidi Temple shares her experience getting admitted to Princeton and what life has been like her first year there. Ivy League schools are historically considered to be only available to the wealthy.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

I plan to continue Trinity’s efforts to recruit and retain a diverse community of inspiring minds, support the faculty’s efforts to reimagine the undergraduate curriculum, and prepare our graduate students for a world of new opportunities,” Bennett said.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 25, 2024

This document, a roadmap for the next conservative presidential administration, frames diversity and inclusion efforts as a coordinated attack on American values, advocating for a radical restructuring of federal education policy that would have devastating consequences for historically underrepresented students.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Meaning, every generation has a responsibility to give the next generation a better start. Rodriguez says his Mexican immigrant parents laid the groundwork for his drive and commitment to fight for an education system that equitably supports and uplifts students from diverse backgrounds. He’s a great asset in California.”

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Department of Education (ED) is delaying the sending out of student information relevant for financial aid calculations to institutions, higher ed scholars and officials have voiced concern and uncertainty over how this change will affect low-income and first-generation students in particular.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 10, 2024

Serving that ideal, and serving Earlham’s students and faculty, is why I am so excited to become part of the community.” He advocates for first-generation, low-income students, participating in the establishment of the Penn First Plus Office and launching a student advisory board in 2018 to provide a voice for FGLI students in the college.

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The LTC Blog

MARCH 31, 2017

The longer I’ve been at Carleton the more opportunities I’ve had to interact with the TRIO/SSS program and students. I enjoy getting to know the TRIO students, and I continue to be impressed by the staff and the work that they do. If you aren’t familiar with TRIO/SSS, I encourage you to learn a bit more.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Alexander oversees the legacy of the Academic Advancement Program (AAP) at UCLA, one of the longest running academic support programs for first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented students. During that time, she saw his hands-on approach with staff and students. “If

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 20, 2023

Yet less than 12% of resident 18-to-24-year-old students enrolled in our public universities are Hispanic. We see similar enrollment gaps for African American students, rural students, and low-income students. About 60% of our state university students graduate within six years.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 8, 2024

State financial aid programs across the country have varying levels of accessibility for students and plenty of room to improve, according to a recent report from The Education Trust. But these aid programs were found to have low-income requirements, meaning students from middle-income households are excluded.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 9, 2023

Many made adjustments to their essay prompts, given that students are still free to discuss their experiences with race even under the Supreme Court ruling. However, like the essay, extracurricular activities are a way for students to showcase their experiences beyond academics. Do they list more prizes, honors, and awards?

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Close the Gap Foundation

OCTOBER 18, 2024

This significant grant supports our unwavering mission to close the opportunity gap by empowering first-generation, low-income (FGLI) students with the resources, mentorship, and skills necessary to thrive in STEM fields and beyond. We invite donors who share Close the Gap's mission to support our cause.

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Close the Gap Foundation

AUGUST 6, 2024

This transformative program empowers first-generation, low-income (FGLI) high school juniors and seniors in California, Oregon, and Washington through project-based learning, structured mentorship, and professional skills workshops. It’s a chance for students to empower themselves and inspire others.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

In 2018, when Dr. Tim Renick took on the role of senior vice president for student success at Georgia State University (GSU), the university’s demographics were rapidly changing. We’re also one of the largest enrollers of Pell Grant students in the country, enrolling about 30,000 Pell students every semester.”

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 31, 2024

Back in February, more than 1,000 practitioners from hundreds of colleges across the nation gathered in Orlando, Florida, to exchange evidence-based approaches to accelerating student success and equity. We are not leaving our colleges in Florida behind, and most importantly, we’re not leaving our students in Florida behind.”

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Williams was raised Catholic and attended private institutions—he was often the only Black student in his class, or one of the few. He became what he calls “a student for everybody.” “I His first ambition after college was to make money, and he entered the corporate world and earned his MBA from Fontbonne University.

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The University Innovation Alliance

DECEMBER 12, 2022

The University Innovation Alliance's Three Playbooks for Student Success. The University Innovation Alliance (UIA) operates as a multi-campus laboratory for student success innovation. Leveraging strong data-driven tools to help advisors guide students. Completion grants are an emerging form of student aid.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 6, 2023

African Americans are underrepresented in STEM jobs , and Black students leave STEM majors at nearly double the rate of whites. The problem has roots at the K-12 level: while 15% of public school students are Black , only 7% of the STEM teacher population is. If the student likes teaching, they can move to the rest of the program.

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COE

AUGUST 13, 2023

Breaking Barriers in Finance: The Impact of TRIO on Student Support Services Alumna Ashley Thomas August 14, 2023 — by Holly Hexter, Neve Dole B Ashley Thomas spearheaded a strategic collaboration bridging TRIO Programs with Thermo Fisher Scientific. ” Of the outreach, she says, “I just want to make sure it keeps growing.” 

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COE

APRIL 10, 2024

My Journey of Resilience and Gratitude for TRIO Student Support Services April 10, 2024 Fast forward 16 years, I now have a master’s degree, a house I bought myself, a non-profit I co-founded that supports women and girls locally, and a career counseling practice I’m proud of. They indeed held me down, and I’m forever grateful.

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COE

JUNE 30, 2023

One hundred and thirty-nine high school TRIO students from across the country participated in the National Student Leadership Congress (NSLC) this year in Washington, D.C., Riley Handley , a rising junior at Lincoln County High School in West Virginia, flew for the first time. from Saturday, June 11 , until Thursday, June 15.

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Close the Gap Foundation

APRIL 18, 2023

Imposter syndrome is a phenomenon that affects many people, but it can be incredibly challenging for first-generation, low-income students during internships or job interviews. As a first-generation, low-income student, it is crucial to recognize that you are not alone in experiencing imposter syndrome.

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COE

AUGUST 26, 2024

For first-generation and low-income students, these programs can be life-changing, offering experiences that might otherwise be out of reach. This program provided students with an unparalleled opportunity to explore the world and their place within it.

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COE

APRIL 16, 2024

Demystifying Graduate School: A Guide for First-Gen BIPOC and Nontraditional Students April 16, 2024 — by Yvette Martinez-Vu and Miroslava Chavez-Garcia Is Grad School for Me? Representation is crucial, and we acknowledge the unique challenges faced by first-gen BIPOC students.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 9, 2023

At a time when the Latino population in the United States is growing and students are still facing daunting obstacles, Excelencia in Education is recognizing nine institutions for their clear and decisive commitment to Latino student success with the Seal of Excelencia. It enrolls roughly 43% first-generation Latino students.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Created in 2005 by Excelencia in Education, Examples of Excelencia is a national initiative that recognizes institutions and nonprofit organizations that identify, aggregate, and promote evidence-based practices that improve Latinx student access in higher education. million research grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF).

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The University Innovation Alliance

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

For many students, it's also the primary goal. Unfortunately, only 27% of college students report securing that good job before graduation, and 4 in 10 graduates are underemployed in their first job. We've found a misaligned perception between how campus leadership and business leaders view student career outcomes.

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Close the Gap Foundation

JUNE 4, 2023

This event introduced 36 first-generation, low-income high school students and their mentors from across California, Oregon, and Washington, who will embark on a three-month immersive experience aimed at driving positive change in their communities.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 6, 2023

Coming from very poor means and setting a standard for how you support one another, [he was] in this work to support students, our communities, and our nation.” s doctorate was the first of multiple firsts in his life. Very few students who were in remedial courses made it to a freshman or sophomore course.

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COE

APRIL 7, 2023

The grant will fund research to develop an evidence-based theoretical model for sustainable, equitable career pathways within colleges and universities that house TRIO programs, specifically Educational Opportunity Centers (EOC), Student Support Services (SSS), and the Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program.

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Close the Gap Foundation

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

“Adele’s first-hand knowledge of overcoming obstacles and finding success was inspiring and the advice she gave my students is the best advice I've ever heard someone give young adults.  I'll  I'll be talking to future classes about her for years to come.”

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Scholarship America

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

For the first time since the outbreak of COVID-19 threw the world of higher education into disarray, college enrollment is stabilizing. According to the latest data from the National Student Clearinghouse, “Undergraduate enrollment continued to shrink this fall but the decline has slowed to nearly pre-pandemic rates.”

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