FirstGenFM
For educators looking to connect, learn, and share knowledge about serving first-generation college and college-bound students.
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 34 minutes
- Episodes
- 31
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Creating a Community for First-Gen Student Success: Insights from FirstGen Forward Leaders
What drives a first-generation college student to not only enroll but thrive? Join us on First Gen FM as we shine a spotlight on the inspiring stories of Dr. Martina Martin, Catherine J…
Writing Smart Girl, a memoir of a first-gen journey: A conversation with author Dr. La'Tonya "LT" Rease Miles
What happens when a first-generation college graduate transforms her experiences into a powerful memoir? Dr. La'Tonya "LT" Rease Miles joins me on FirstGen FM to share how a simple conv…
Guiding Students From First-Gen Student to First-Gen Professional with Lisa Rivera
Lisa Rivera, the director of First Generation Student Initiatives at Suffolk University, joins us to share her journey from being a first-gen student in Florida to making her mark in h…
How New Policies May Shape the Future of American Higher Education: Thoughts from a recent webinar
In this episode, I share a few takeaways on post-election landscape with insights from Ted Mitchell and Michelle Asher Cooper from a recent webinar: Post-Election Outlook: What to Watch…
Navigating Career Paths: Success Stories and Strategies for First-Generation Students with Mike Wysocki
Join us for a conversation with Mike Wysocki, a first-generation graduate, who reveals how he turned hurdles into stepping stones on his journey to success. From a working-class suburb…
The Assets First-Generation Students Bring to College with Jen Schoen
Let's talk about the strengths first-generation students bring to campus based on a research article and an ASHE research presentation.
Join me, Jen Schoen, as we challenge the deficit …
Searching for Scholarships: 3 Tips for First-Generation Students with Jen Schoen
Discover three secrets to finding scholarships tailored for first-generation students that are ready for our students to use. Join me, Jen Schoen, as I share tools like College Greenlig…
Building Bridges for First-Gen Professionals: Insights from Brianna Logan, CEO of FirstGen Evolve
Brianna Logan's journey from her parents' Caribbean roots to becoming a successful CEO is inspiring. In our latest episode, Brianna, a first-generation college graduate, shares her pers…
Empowering First-Gen Students: Building Sustainable Support Programs at the University of Missouri with Selena Meints
Discover the journey of Selena Meints, the First Generation Initiatives Coordinator at the University of Missouri, as she shares her story from being a first-generation college student …
Navigating From College to Career: The Transition of First-Generation Professionals with Cesar Margarito
First-generation students have unique needs as they navigate their transition from college to their first professional career. Join me as I chat with Cesar Margarito, whose transformati…
Supporting First-Generation Graduate Students: A New Program at The Chicago School with Jennifer Stripe Portillo
Curious about the unique hurdles first-generation graduate students face and solutions to support them? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Jennifer Stripe Portillo, Dean of S…
First-Gens for Kamala Virtual Event
Here's the link to register: https://tinyurl.com/FG4Kamala
October 1, 2024 from 8:00pm - 9:30pmET, First-Gens for Kamala
Note that there will be speakers from the first-gen community - a…
The Power of Representation: First-Gen Narratives in Popular Culture with Dr. James Winfield
Join us as we explore the increasing presence of first-gen narratives in popular culture and question whether this trend stems from educators' growing interest or a genuine rise in such…
Three Statistics to Know About First-Generation College Students
What if the key to enriching our educational system lies in a group that's often overlooked? Discover why first-generation college students are crucial to the lifeblood of higher educat…
Empowering First-Generation Students: A Dive into Northeastern University's Torch Scholars Selection
Discover Northeastern University's commitment to First Gen students in the latest First Gen FM podcast episode. Join me, Jen, as I journey solo this week, pulling back the curtain on th…
Unlocking the College Prep Scholars: Questbridge Insights and Resources with Dr. Christian Martell
Unlock the secrets of the College Prep Scholars (CPS) program with Dr. Christian Martell from Questbridge. We zoom in on CPS and its role as a stepping stone for high-achieving, low-inc…
Turning Points and Triumphs: Guiding First-Genration Students to Their True Calling with Dr. Ashanti Chunn
Have you ever considered every turn in your path as a stepping stone towards your true calling? Dr. Ashanti Chunn, our guest from Tennessee State University, shares her compelling switc…
Navigating Academia: The Journey of First-Generation Working Class Graduate Student Lauren Harvey
What does it feel like to navigate the world of academia as a first-generation and working class graduate student? This week, I had the privilege of exploring this question with Lauren …
Empowering First-Generation College Students: The Cardinal First Initiative with Julie Carballo
Join Julie Carballo, the assistant dean of students for first-generation and military affiliated initiatives at North Central College, and me for an enlightening journey as we explore t…
Paving the Way for First-Generation Students: Denise El Habach on Innovating College Preparation and Career Readiness
Ever wondered what it takes to truly empower first-generation college students? Denise El Habach, a fierce advocate and a Gear Up Coach at Youngker High School, Buckeye, Arizona, has so…