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Nearly 40 percent of Western Illinois University s newest freshman class is composed of First Generation students. As part of the University s overall retention and recruitment initiatives, Western s First Generation Society (W1GS) provides these students with the resources and tools to be successful in college.
The University of Louisiana Monroe s TRIO Programs Student Support Services hosted a First to Fly Reception to celebrate the success of first-generation students, faculty, and staff. The event was on Nov. 8 in honor of the annual National First-Generation College Celebration.