Event Title
Bridging the Gap in Higher Education: First-Generation Students
Presentation Type
Oral and/or Visual Presentation
Presenter Major(s)
Education - College Student Affairs Leadership
Mentor Information
Tom Owens
Department
College Of Education
Location
Kirkhof Center 2259
Start Date
11-4-2012 10:00 AM
Keywords
Social Class, U.S. Diversity
Abstract
Research shows that a wide gap exists between the graduation rates of first-generation students and one's peers whose parental figures have college experience. However, reform can be established on college campuses and within k-12 classrooms to increase the success of members within this population. Throughout the presentation, information on first-generation students will be presented and recommendations for improvement will be outlined.
Bridging the Gap in Higher Education: First-Generation Students
Kirkhof Center 2259
Research shows that a wide gap exists between the graduation rates of first-generation students and one's peers whose parental figures have college experience. However, reform can be established on college campuses and within k-12 classrooms to increase the success of members within this population. Throughout the presentation, information on first-generation students will be presented and recommendations for improvement will be outlined.