At Texas Woman's University, first generation students often participate in the "G-Force" program, in which they help prospective college students fill out applications and apply for financial aid.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. PLATTSBURGH — SUNY Plattsburgh will join colleges and universities across the country celebrating first-generation college ...

The First-Generation College Celebration (FGCC) is held annually across the country on Nov. 8 to raise awareness of first-generation students and commemorate the signing of the Higher Education Act of ...

This story has been updated. When no one in your family has gone to college, applying to a higher education institution and choosing a career can feel confusing and intimidating. Some students also ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Eryn Bostwick, 37, is postponing having kids due to her student-loan debt. As a first-generation college student, she believed ...

For thousands of students across New York City and Long Island, preparing for college can be overwhelming, especially for those who are the first in their families to pursue higher education. Frances ...

When he was still in high school, Misa Beltran-Guzman, director of first-generation programs at Bates, had a preview of many of the culture shocks experienced by first-gen college students. A ...

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PLATTSBURGH — SUNY Plattsburgh will join colleges and universities across the country celebrating first-generation college students during First-Generation College Celebration Week from Nov. 3 to Nov.