Tag: first generation students
Event highlights first generation students
A first generation breakfast event was held for first-generation college students on Nov. 8, in the Johnson Plaza.
First generation college students overcome unique obstacles
As a first-generation college student and an only child, my decision to go to college was not just for myself but also for my family.
Professor focuses on assisting first-gen college students
Ronald Hallett, professor of organizational leadership, gave two lectures on research projects Tuesday at the Howell Board Room.
Bui gives advice to first generation students
The University’s Office of First Generation and Peer Mentoring held the second session of its new monthly series of the semester, Our Stories, featuring Ngoc Bui, associate dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and professor of psychology, and Zion Grant-Freeman, senior psychology major, on Tuesday.
ULV fosters first-gen students’ success
November is National First Generation Student month and it was celebrated by the University this past week with events that highlighted these students, which is only one example of how well the University of La Verne does in recognizing their unique challenges.
Beyond color lines
At one time or another, we all have to fill out some type of application that asks us to state our ethnicity. Some think nothing of the question and quickly check it off and go on to the next one. Others choose the “other” option to state their unique individual heritage. Many check it off knowing that their ethnicity is the key to being on equal footing with the rest of society and having the opportunity to further themselves.