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We celebrate and support those who are among the #firstgen in their family to attend and graduate from college. Learn More:

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@ImFirstGen
I'm First!
6 years
#firstgen students, wise tips from @MichelleObama 😊 . Don't ever doubt that you deserve to be there 👊 . Don't be afraid to try new things 👍 . Whatever you do, don't try to do this alone 🤙 . Never forget there are so many people who believe in you 👏
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@ImFirstGen
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#TBT First Lady @FLOTUS 's graduation picture from @Princeton . #FirstGen grads represent! http://t.co/iOLe2GYG1Y
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@ImFirstGen
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It's #CollegeSigningDay ! Congrats to all the students committing to college in the fall, especially those who will be #firstgen ! ☝️ Help us celebrate these students by sharing your "I'm First!" story at 🎥
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@ImFirstGen
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Congrats to all of the students who are graduating from high school and becoming the first in their family to attend college! #FirstGen
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@ImFirstGen
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A1: #FirstGen students are trailblazers. They overcome obstacles and beat the odds to become the first in their family to attend and graduate from college. @CollegeFindMe
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@ImFirstGen
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Happy #CollegeSigningDay to all #firstgen students! Proud of you! 💪
@BetterMakeRoom
Better Make Room 🎓
4 years
Happy #CollegeSigningDay ! Here's a special message from @MichelleObama ! #BetterMakeRoom 🥳
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@ImFirstGen
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Hi everyone, my name is Abraham. I am a #firstgen and #DACA student attending @UHouston . I'm taking over the @ImFirstGen account today to join the #WeAreTheDream chat. Excited to be here!
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@ImFirstGen
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🎉 It's #CelebrateFirstGen ! ☝️🎉 We are so excited to see all the social media posts about events on campuses around the country. Please tag @ImFirstGen and #firstgen in your posts! #partyon
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@ImFirstGen
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@ImFirstGen
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It's #CollegeSigningDay with @ReachHigher ! Pull out the college swag and take a pic to show your college pride!
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@ImFirstGen
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Hip hip hurray! The guide is here today! 🎉 🎈 The 2019 I'm First! Guide to College is a guidebook uniquely designed to help aspiring #firstgen college students turn their college dream into a reality!
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@ImFirstGen
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Congrats to all of the students who are graduating from high and becoming the first in their family to attend college! #FirstGen
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@ImFirstGen
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Calling all #firstgen students: @TheJKCF College Scholarship is open. Up to $40,000 per year. Learn more:
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@ImFirstGen
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November 8 was selected as the date for the annual National First-Generation College Celebration to honor the anniversary of the signing of the Higher Education Act of 1965. #celebratefirstgen
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@ImFirstGen
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A1: To make your essay stand out we recommend telling your #firstgen story. There’s something special about being the first! You are beating the odds and breaking barriers to be the first in your family to go to college. Tell that story in your essay. #GSSummerSeries
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@ImFirstGen
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It's #CollegeSigningDay ! Congrats to all the college bound #firstgen students! 🙂👍
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@ImFirstGen
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We love scrolling through all the fantastic #firstgen tweets, like this one! Congrats @_rickyaguilar #studentsuccess #allthefeels 😊🤗😭👏🎓
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4 years ago I started this journey and in 3 weeks I will officially be joining the 16% of Hispanics with a bachelors degree and the 24% of #FirstGen graduates. Momma we made it🇲🇽❤️ #TXST18 #BSCJ
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@ImFirstGen
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This is great! 👍
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@ImFirstGen
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A fantastic conference in support of #firstgen college students, hosted by our College Partner @Princeton
@Princeton
Princeton University
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Administrators who support #firstgen and low-income students at highly selective universities across the country met at #PrincetonU this week for the inaugural FGLI Consortium conference: #ActivateTalent #FLIisFLY
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@ImFirstGen
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The work of school counselors isn't talked about enough. The level of love, care and support they give to #firstgen students is so important in a student believing in themselves and realizing their dreams. Thank you, counselors! #NSCW22
@ReachHigher
Reach Higher
3 years
Happy National School Counseling Week! The work school counselors do is essential and life-changing. And we know it’s been hard the past 2 years, but we’re here to help be a resource for you and your students.🌟 With love, #ReachHigher 💙 #NSCW22
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@ImFirstGen
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Congrats to our partner @GeorgiaStateU ! 👏 They raised graduation rate from 32% in 2003 to 54% in 2017! AND for the last 5 years have awarded more bachelor’s degrees to African-Americans than any other nonprofit college or university in the country! #collegesuccess #firstgen
@GeorgiaStateU
Georgia State University
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Thank you, @nytimes , for telling the Georgia State story. We are proud to be among the nation’s most innovative and important schools. And congrats, Shantil, on graduating #thestateway !
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@ImFirstGen
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Seeing all of the students, teachers, schools, organizations and #firstgen supporters post around #CelebrateFirstGen day was so amazing! The #firstgen movement is strong and powerful and it so encouraging to see so many forces behind it. Let's keep the good work going!
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@ImFirstGen
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@ImFirstGen
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A great tip: First-gen students - immerse yourselves in simulated college experiences, like competitive summer prep & bridge programs & visits to campuses that include overnight stays in real dorm rooms. #firstgen #studentsuccess
@NACACFairs
NACAC College Fairs
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Beating the Odds: Finding Success as a #FirstGen College Student #emchat #hscchat #Classof2018
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@ImFirstGen
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A3: It’s SOOO important for #firstgen students to find community & support on campus. Students should research if colleges offer the activities they want to get involved in, and programs to support first-gen students. #CFMchat
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Ditto! Love the encouraging voice of @MichelleObama ! Don't ever doubt that you deserve to be there Don't be afraid to try new things Whatever you do, don't try to do this alone Never forget there are so many people who believe in you #FirstGenerationChat
@ReachHigher
Reach Higher
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A5: Our favorite first-gen advocate is @MichelleObama ! She’s a first-gen student that grew up on the South Side of Chicago, and made it to @Princeton for college and @Harvard for law school. She inspires us to #reachhigher ! #FirstGenerationChat
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@ImFirstGen
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A4: Each year we publish the I’m First! Guide to College. It provides a special section just for parents and even has a Spanish translation. Check it out at #LetsTalkCollege
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@ImFirstGen
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An intersting article for all the #firstgen students starting college
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The national @ImFirstGen campaign is excited for #CelebrateFirstGen tomorrow! We can't wait to see photos from campuses across the country. Please tag @ImFirstGen and #firstgen in your social media posts! Thanks @NASPAtweets @FirstgenCenter @COETalk for organizing this day!!
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@ImFirstGen
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Great new opportunities for #firstgen students at partner @TuftsUniversity
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@ImFirstGen
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Hi! 👋👋 We are @ImFirstGen - an online community to support and encourage #firstgen college students. #CFMchat
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@ImFirstGen
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Congrats to all #firstgen college graduates! We are so proud of what you have accomplished and we can't wait to see all of the monumental accomplishments you achieve in the very near future! 🎓🎓
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@ImFirstGen
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Hi! We are @ImFirstGen - an online community to support and encourage #firstgen college students. #GSSummerSeries
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"Paying for students to visit campus has become a remarkably simple and successful way for students from low-income, rural and first-generation families to get a feel for college life." 👍
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@ImFirstGen
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@getschooled A1: Dreamers need to know that college is possible (and can be affordable and safe) for them! #WeAreTheDream
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@ImFirstGen
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A2: They are evaluating your ability to write, but also want to learn more about you as a person than what they can gather from other parts of the application. Make sure your college essay says something about who you are & who you want to become at their college. #GSSummerSeries
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@ImFirstGen
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Let’s #CelebrateFirstGen ! What are you doing today for National #FirstGen Celebration Day? Tell us, show us and don’t forget to tag @ImFirstGen 😁💪🙌
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@ImFirstGen
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The moment a #firstgen student walks on campus, they should know that the college has their back. Feeling valued is key!
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@ImFirstGen
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#firstgen college students, remember you are not alone & there is help available if you seek it.
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@ImFirstGen
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Is college worth it? Just ask first-generation students embarking on the American Dream. *spoiler* Support for higher education, especially for public universities like the University of California, pays off in multiple dividends!
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@ImFirstGen
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A5: There’s no magic number, but don’t get too carried away. The college search process is an art in finding a diverse group of schools that all have something to offer & where you can see yourself being happy. 5-10 schools seems like a good number. #GSSummerSeries @getschooled
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A5: Yes! There are many scholarships just for #FirstGen students. Search on google or any number of scholarship search sites like . Ask the colleges you’re applying to if they have special scholarship opportunities for students like you. @CollegeFindMe
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@ImFirstGen
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His advice for young people struggling to overcome humble circumstances - Stay focused!
@ABC7
ABC7 Eyewitness News
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Once-homeless teen, nicknamed "Harvard" by bullies for being a bookworm, is now heading to Harvard on a full scholarship
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@ImFirstGen
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Shout out to all the #firstgen grads and @ImFirstGen college partners at the @CommonApp Member Summit. We have stickers and buttons! Stop by the @Strive4C table (look for the 🍊 table cloth) to grab yours! #CAengage18
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@ImFirstGen
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A3: (2/2) #FirstGen college-bound students are eligible to get FREE college guidance, including an online mentor to provide one-on-one advice through @strive4c . Mentors are college students & grads, some are first-gen like you. Check out @CollegeFindMe
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@ImFirstGen
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Congrats to all of the #FirstGen students who will be graduating from their respective colleges/universities! #YoureAwesome #FirstGensRock
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all the feels 😊😭 #FridayFeeling #firstgen
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@ImFirstGen
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The 2020 I'm First! Guide to College is hot off the press and shipping now. Stock your guidance office, college prep classrooms, or give a copy to each of your #firstgen students to carry with them through the college admissions process. Discounts here:
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@ImFirstGen
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6 years
How cool is this?! A #firstgen family. Way to go!! #MondayMotivation
@christianplwest
Christian P.L. West
6 years
We started out as a First-Gen family. Now there’s 6 degrees among us and we’re nowhere near done! Congrats to my mother on graduating with her 2nd Bachelors degree today from @WGU ! #WGUGrad #ReachHigher #FirstGenDocs #ImFirst
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@ImFirstGen
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"Once I got to college it didn’t just magically make everything better like I had thought. I still had some things I was dealing with, but college was the door to so many other opportunities." 🙂👏
@IkieBrooks
Ikie Brooks
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I wrote a piece for and I’m pretty proud of it. If you get the chance check it out. #BTOroadtrip #mystory
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@ImFirstGen
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Q2: #firstgen are pioneers! They don't get guidance on what college will be like from their parents, so they discover it for themselves. This can be confusing.🙄 Also challenging is not feeling like they belong, fear of failing, self & family expectations. #FirstGenerationChat
@ACTEquity
ACT Equity
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Q2: What are the biggest challenges #FirstGen students face? #FirstGenerationChat
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@ImFirstGen
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A1: The most pressing concern for Dreamers when attending college has to do with how they will pay for college. In some states students can apply for State Aid. If a student can apply for State Aid, they should have Tax documents ready to submit. #WeAreTheDream
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@ImFirstGen
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A great story highlighting the importance of first-gen students finding support, and the impact a mentor can make. 🙂
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@ImFirstGen
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📣 #firstgen college freshman, check out these tips from our College Partner @StScholastica on how to thrive in your first semester!
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@ImFirstGen
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National #FirstGen College Celebration Day is this Friday 11/8 but many #CelebrateFirstGen events are happening thru the week! We'd love to see your photos sporting @ImFirstGen swag. Don't forget to tag us!
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Many have programs to support #firstgen , like faculty/peer mentoring. Some colleges, like @UofCalifornia , are really excelling in this area & it's so valuable to talk about best practices. Our @Strive4C College Partners do just this - #FirstGenerationChat
@ACTEquity
ACT Equity
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Q3: Emotional support for #firstgen students is priceless. How can colleges better support first-generation students’ emotional transition to #HigherEd ? #FirstGenerationChat
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A2: #FirstGen students face many of the same challenges as all college students, including trouble adjusting to college life, $ concerns, feeling pressure to succeed, & self-doubt. It can feel even more daunting if u are #FirstGen . Don’t be afraid to ask for help! @CollegeFindMe
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@ImFirstGen
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Wanted to take a quick second to congratulate all of the #firstgen December grads. You did it and you should be extremely proud of yourself!
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@ImFirstGen
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Low-income students now enroll in college at a higher rate than their middle-income peers. #firstgen
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Panel featuring awesome speakers who are discussing non-profit orgs and their work supporting #firstgen students #1vyG2017
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SENIORS: as you’re applying for college and ultimately select your dream school, just know that where you end up is where you should be! Never doubt yourself:
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Check out the colleges & universities that have joined The Common App! @PRNewswire @CommonApp #firstgen #studentsuccess
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A1: (1/2) A college list is the list of colleges and universities you are considering. The list can start out big (like 20 schools) and then gets narrowed down as you think more about want you want and do more research. #GSSummerSeries @getschooled
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@ImFirstGen
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Being #firstgen to go to college can be bumpy road from @BostonGlobe
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Michelle Obama's advice to 1st-gen college students: 'You are faster, quicker, smarter, sharper' #firstgen
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For a lot of #firstgen students across the country, today is the first day of classes in a very different world. It won't be easy, but we know you can do it! You're resilient. You're strong. You're a conqueror. And we all have your back. Go be great.
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#CollegeSigningDay is soon and we're excited for all the #FirstGenPride that will be shown off all over social media! :-)
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#UMich1stGen has begun! @UMich launches first symposium. #firstgen
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Congrats to all of the students who are graduating from college and becoming the first in their family with a college degree! #FirstGen
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"It takes a special kind of courage to be the first in your family to pursue a college degree." College Partner @UMassLowell offers extra support to their #firstgen students through the River Hawk Scholars Academy. 👍👍
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Having special programs & support for #firstgen students in college can make all the difference! We are proud to work with almost 200 colleges & universities who do just this. Check them out at
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Obama’s alma mater and College Partner @Occidental College launches #firstgen scholarship in his name Awesome!
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@ImFirstGen
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Aw, snap! It's #CollegeSigningDay ! Be sure to send your photos showing your college pride and tag #ReachHigher #FirstGenSayYes #Collegiance
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HS seniors! Now's a great time to start searching for colleges and universities that are dedicated to help you, a #firstgen student, thrive and be successful on their campuses. Check out the I'm First! Guidebook:
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We're interested in #firstgen students who are going into their 2nd year of college but, because of the pandemic, will be on their campus for the first time! We'd love to hear how you're feeling and what pushes you forward to continue to succeed:
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@ImFirstGen
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Let us all #CelebrateFirstGen today!
@FirstgenForward
FirstGen Forward
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Today marks the 55th anniversary of the signing of the #Highered Act of 1965. On this day we work to elevate the #firstgen identity, acknowledge the many accomplishments, and raise awareness. Let's all #CelebrateFirstGen ! Learn more:
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Q4: It's so important to celebrate #firstgen stories. . Each story inspires other #firstgen . 🙌🙌🏻🙌🏼🙌🏽🙌🏾🙌🏿 . Check out to watch #firstgen video testimonials and share your own. #FirstGenerationChat
@ACTEquity
ACT Equity
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Q4: How can we better support #firstgen communities of color? #FirstGenerationChat
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Congrats to all the #firstgen students graduating! 🙌👏👨‍🎓 SHARE your story to inspire other students. Check out how at:
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A4: Our @ImFirstGen Guide to College provides a template and questions to help you rough out your essay ideas. Check it out at . This is a great place to start. #GSSummerSeries #firstgen
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Best decision face #CFMchat
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Are you a soon-to-be first-generation college student? Tell us your story:
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@ImFirstGen
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Big shout to @JohnsHopkins President Daniels and wife for creating a $1M endowment for #firstgen students!
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Won’t sleep a ton tonight. Too excited about attending tomorrow’s #BeatingTheOdds Summit at the @WhiteHouse !
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College Partner @DavidsonCollege has been gifted $250k for scholarships for #firstgen & underserved students. 😊
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A4: When putting together your application & essay avoid trying to ‘say the right thing’. Your app will be unlike anyone else's. Embrace this. Tell your story. Check out these essay do’s & don’t from the @ImFirstGen Guide to College #CFMchat @CollegeFindMe
@CollegeFindMe
CollegeFindMe
6 years
Q4: What should a student avoid when showcasing themselves in an application? #CFMchat
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A5: It is normally up to the discretion of the student on how to spend the scholarship money. It is wise to use it for school and living expenses. Resist the temptation to buy a new video game. 🤣😋 #GSSummerSeries
@getschooled
Get Schooled
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Ready for the question five?? Can scholarships be used for things other than a student’s education? #GSSummerSeries
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@ImFirstGen
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Dreamer scholarships! #WeAreTheDream
@getschooled
Get Schooled
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A2: One way we help Dreamers while they're in high school is to make sure they know and have access to scholarships that they qualify for! #WeAreTheDream
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A6: (1/2) The I’m First! Guide to College is a unique college guidebook designed for #firstgen college-bound students. Check it out at . #GSSummerSeries @getschooled
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If you learn nothing else from this account, incoming #firstgen college students, remember this: most campus events will have free food and swag. GO! On top of the free stuff you can get, this is a great opportunity to meet new people, learn about new opportunities, etc.😀
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Hi! 👋👋 We are @ImFirstGen - an online community to support and encourage #firstgen college students. Happy to join #CFMchat .
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We want to see your #FirstGenPride for #CollegeSigningDay on 4/26. Tag us in your photos in your school apparel!
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As students are finalizing their college lists and submitting their applications, we'd like to share a list of colleges and universities across the country that are dedicated to supporting #firstgen students:
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#firstgen students - in addition to free college guidance and online mentoring, you can also receive free 3 months of @magoosh ACT & SAT test prep!! Sign up to :) #studentsuccess
@UStriveOrg
UStrive
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We have news!! 😊 We are so excited to announce our new partnership with @magoosh ! Check out the press release here -
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Check out @GeorgiaTech ’s new #firstgen website!! Good work @gtadmission @Clark2College 💪
@Clark2College
Rick Clark
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Updated Tech’s first generation site with our new bingo board to help student’s on their campus visits. Also includes a workbook like .pdf for college planning guide and student videos. More to come this year! @ImFirstGen @gtadmission
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