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Another FGF resource guide—Prioritizing First-generation Students in Online Education by James K. Winfield, Ed.D.—is NOW AVAILABLE! Providing recommendations for those seeking to make online education a meaningful educational experience for #FirstGen, download FREE at bit.ly/FGFResourceGui….

Read powerful testimony from Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart before the HELP Committee in support of efforts to preserve #PellGrants, CCAMPIS, and other programs in the federal budget at bit.ly/4dpLc85. #TRIOWorks #ProtectTRIO

From the Educational Opportunity Program to bike share programs, #FirstGen at UC Berkeley have resources to help them succeed. Read this #FirstGenForward Network blog from a first-gen Golden Bear at bit.ly/FGFNetwork25_U… to learn more about the institution's efforts.

More powerful testimony from before this week's HELP Committee—this time from Tuskegee University's Dr. Mark Brown—in support of efforts to preserve #PellGrants, CCAMPIS, and other programs in the federal budget at bit.ly/4kw6p2K. #TRIOWorks #ProtectTRIO

Heading to the First-generation Student Success Conference & #SSHE25? Consider joining us for a pre-conference workshop, "Building and Sustaining First-gen Initiatives" on Saturday, June 28 from 9:00am-noon. Register and learn more at bit.ly/FGSS25.

From focus group feedback to cross divisional collaborative program, learn how Butler University supported its #FirstGen Bulldogs by designing and implementing a Career Readiness and Networking Dinner in this #FirstGenForward Network blog at bit.ly/FGFNetwork25_B….

The UT Martin is committed to supporting #FirstGen through a three-tiered approach rooted in perspicacity, intentional engagement, and unmitigated celebration. More on their approach in this #FirstGenForward Network blog at bit.ly/FGFNetwork25_U….

As summer approaches, many #FirstGen will be heading for internship opportunities. Some—like The Chicago School's Shreya Jain—may question the ROI, but choosing positivity leads to growth opportunities. More in this #FirstGenForward Network blog at bit.ly/FGFNetwork25_C….

Regular registration for #SSHE25 closes this Wednesday, June 4! Lock in the lower rate for the 2025 NASPA First-generation Student Success Conference and join us from 6/27-30 to discuss how to improve the outcomes of #FirstGen! Register or learn more at bit.ly/FGSS25.

We know #TRIOWorks—and Dr. Stephanie Groninga Bannister emphasizes that TRIO's impact extends beyond data; it cultivates resilience and empowerment. Read about #FirstGenForward's support for the preservation and strengthening of TRIO programs in this month's #AdvocateFirstGen at bit.ly/Advocate_June25.

We're accepting #CelebrateFirstGen grant applications! Thanks to the TIAA sponsorship, we've increased the maximum award so you can engage even more #firstgen students with these unrestricted funds. Learn more and apply by July 17 at bit.ly/FGFCelebrateFi…!

Even if you're not a NASPA member, you can still read the latest #FirstGenScholarship! Individuals & orgs can subscribe to #JFGSS to learn about the innovative approaches driving #FirstGen college & career success. Prices & subscription information at bit.ly/JournalFirstGen.

🚨 Hearing Alert 🚨 At 10:15am ET today, Secretary Linda McMahon will testify before the House House Committee on Education & Workforce on the U.S. Department of Education's priorities. Watch live to ensure you have the info you need to #AdvocateFirstGen: bit.ly/4dNZz6y

The FirstGen Forward and NASPA offices will be closed this Friday to give our team time to disconnect and recharge. Our staff will be unavailable, and all of our customer service channels will be unmonitored. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

It's #FirstGenScholarship Saturday! Thanks to Taylor & Francis Research Insights, we are able to offer FREE access to #JFGSS articles! Our June article from UNLV & University of Minnesota researchers ascertained the causes of course-related stress—& strategies to cope—for #FirstGen is at bit.ly/FgSSaturday.

Heading to the First-generation Student Success Conference & #SSHE25? Consider joining us for a pre-conference workshop, "Building and Sustaining First-gen Initiatives" on Saturday, June 28 from 9:00am-noon. Register and learn more at bit.ly/FGSS25.

At Colgate University, investing in purpose-driven campus partnerships is key to enhancing support for #FirstGen. Read more about their approach in this #FirstGenForward Network blog at bit.ly/FGFNetwork25_C….

ICYMI. We know #TRIOWorks—& Dr. Stephanie Groninga Bannister emphasizes that TRIO's impact extends beyond data; it cultivates resilience and empowerment. Read #FirstGenForward's support for the preservation and strengthening of TRIO programs in this month's #AdvocateFirstGen at bit.ly/Advocate_June25.

Celebrating 8 Years of Impact! Today, we proudly mark 8 years of unwavering commitment to #FirstGen student success. Thank you to every institution, partner, funder, student, and advocate who’s joined us on this journey. The future is bright—and we’re just getting started.

#FirstGenForward has joined 170 organizations in urging Congress to #SavePell—rejecting eligibility changes and maximum award cuts in favor of a new mandatory funding. Read the letter at bit.ly/3ToLnav.