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Find advice and follow the college experiences of our current first-gen student bloggers.
Some Insight
Hello! My name is Andrea and I am a first generation college student. I am attending the University of Houston and I cannot complain too much so far. So far college has been all about remembering your deadlines and ensuring you are completing assignments. It has been...
Ta-da! Padah!
Hi, my name is Padah Vang and I am from Saint Paul, Minnesota. I am a current freshman at Colorado College in Colorado Springs, Colorado. I am undecided about my major, but that is okay. This has already been my fifth weeks on campus, and completed my second weeks of...
Yale SMDEP
Okay guys, this is going to be a long post but I promise that it is worth the read if you are interested in a career in medicine. This summer I had the extraordinary privilege of being a student in the SMDEP program at Yale. SMDEP, Summer Medical and Dental Education...
Study yourself like you study math
Woah, I’m a Junior now? It’s crazy because I still feel like a freshman student. Well actually no, probably sophomore—I’m giving myself the promotion because I know my way around the campus. I mean when I think about it, I probably am more ready for the Real Big World...
Financial Aid for Permanent Residents, Internationals, U.S. Citizens, and etc.
Hey guys, just a few words of advice for all Non-US citizens, LPRs, and others... 1. Please renew your green card if it is about to expire. It is of utmost importance. If you are a legal permanent resident, make sure your green card is up to date. If your green card...
#FirstGenOfficeHour Recap: School's Back in Session
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Get to Know Me Better
Howdy! You are one of the very few people who I entrust in sharing my personal life with. That being said, bare with me as I give you a synopsis of who I am. If at any point you feel like we share similar stories, please do not hesitate to reach out to me. Even if you...
Twitter Chat: School's Back In Session!
Join us for our monthly Twitter Office Hour! On Thursday, Sept. 3rd at 7pm EST, we’re inviting first-generation college students, those who aspire to be, and everyone who cares about first-gens to meet us on Twitter to ask questions and share answers on important...
The Five F’s of College
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Your first year in college can give rise to a variety of emotions. There is excitement for a new experience and much anticipation of what is ahead. You may also feel some...
Media
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Members of the media may contact us at media@imfirst.org or call (301) 363-4222. Media Kit Project Summary Frequently Asked Questions Interview Requests Meet our Student...