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It is always a joy to connect with my sister and brothers of the The Black First-Gen Collective! #FYE2024 #OGblackfirstgensteeringcommittee #blackfirstgen #firstgencommunity #firstgenvoices

I'm getting all misty-eyed during this #MNL. Indeed, Bryce Young is special because he was raised by special people. I had a chance to speak with his dad, Craig, earlier this summer. #firstgen #blackfirstgen #legacy youtu.be/wh5XLDbWrTE?si…

I am all for uplift among peers and reframing narratives from my lens as a #Blackfirstgen #highered professional. In a season where it is essential to unpack #equity gaps and to collaborate on solutions, I look forward to the connections as I am now in the #ForbesBLK community.

Findings show that students' financial decisions impact their financial status after college. A financial literacy course could help close the wealth gap for #BlackFirstgen students. Learn more in the latest First-gen Resource Guide by @DrCharmaineTroy at bit.ly/3ABvnZi

Studies show that black students are less likely to ask for help than white students & are disproportionately underutilizing #MentalHealth services. Learn ways to support #BlackFirstgen in the Center's latest First-gen Resource Guide by @DrCharmaineTroy at bit.ly/3ABvnZi

My hesitancy to apply for student loan forgiveness is steeped in FAFSA trauma and a long history of govt distrust. Check out my story. Resonate with anyone? #blackfirstgen medium.com/@latonya.rease…

I am so excited to share that the resource guide, Engaging Support for Black First-Generation Students, is now available. As a #blackfirstgen, it was my absolute honor and privilege to write this guide. Thank you @FirstgenCenter!

Proud of my friend and @blackfirstgens colleague @DrCharmaineTroy for authoring this resource guide on #Blackfirstgen students! 🙌🏾 #FirstgenForward

The First Gen Legacy series continues! What a delight to catch up with Craig Young to hear about his experiences as a #blackfirstgen #transfer student @UCLA and @MtSAC. We discussed HIS legacy and the path that he is leaving for his son @_bryce_young. youtu.be/wh5XLDbWrTE

A good read: "Journeys of Healing and Self-Actualization: An Autoethnographic Examination of First-Generation Mother-of-Color Professionals in Higher Education" by Otaky Ramirez et al. at bit.ly/3YAAhjG. #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackFirstGen #FirstGenScholarship

Does your institution have a program or study that serves #BlackFirstGen college students? Tell us about your great work at bit.ly/BlackFirstgenS…. Join The Black First-gen Collective (@blackfirstgens) movement! #BlackHistoryMonth

In celebration of #NBAAllStar weekend and MJ's 60th birthday, we discuss Jordan's and Pippen's trajectories as #blackfirstgen student athletes. #MichaelJordan #ScottiePippen #UCA #UNC medium.com/@latonya.rease…

My daughter creates it, her mom rocks it! WE are first-generation royalty. Wear your crown accordingly!!! Shout out to my daughter, Dominique, on the design. #firstgenroyalty #blackgirlmagic #blackfirstgen #IAmFirstGen

Join in on the conversation!! #blackfirstgen

What’s unique about being #blackfirstgen and in a Black Greek letter organization? Check out this discussion hosted by @blackfirstgens theblackfirstgencollective.ck.page/98bfce5b80

Loving the shirt! #Blackfirstgen

Also recognize that #blackfirstgen students are not a monolith: they come from rural, urban, suburban areas. Some are low income, many are not. Some are immigrants. Find out WHO YOUR STUDENTS ARE.

Mary McLeod Bethune was an educator, philanthropist, humanitarian, womanist, and civil rights activist noted as one of the most influential people of the 20th century. She's known for founding both the National Council of Negro Women and @bethunecookman. #BlackFirstGen

Dr. Marsha Besong is the Assistant Chancellor for Student Success @Rutgers_Camden. She prides herself on successfully developing and implementing robust student-centered programs that promote student success. #BlackFirstGen #FirstGen

As follow up to the #BlackFirstGen TwitterChat, The Black First-gen Collective released #BlackFirstGen Student Matter: A Call to Action. Available now: bit.ly/2VuZG0H!

Dr. Kimberly Walker is an institutional effectiveness expert with over a decade of experience in higher education and governmental agencies. She's currently the Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs for the South Carolina Technical College System. #BlackFirstGen

Interested in participating in the #BlackFirstGen Students TwitterChat? Join @DrLTMiles and others on Wednesday, February 26 at 12:00 pm ET / 9:00 am PT. Engage in this meaningful discussion dedicated to moving #FirstgenForward.

@DrELalande is a first-generation student! Being first-generation is defined as "neither parent nor guardian earned a four-year college degree". Approximately 40% of Benedict Students are first-generation. #BCfirstgen #BlackFirstGen #CelebrateFirstGen

#FGSS22 Highlight! The Black First-gen Collective (@blackfirstgens) is hosting their Meeting and Luncheon today from 12:05-1:15 pm in the Paca room. This group is open to anyone regardless of race or ethnicity. #BlackFirstGen #SSHE22

Danette D. Buie, Ed.D. has over 10 years of experience in education that ranges from K-12, community-based organizations, public policy, and higher education. Currently, she is a Diversity Business Partner at Coursera. #BlackFirstGen

Althea Counts has worked for TRIO since 2002. She's an alumna of the University of South Carolina where she currently serves as the Director of TRIO programs and is the first woman to hold the position. #BlackFirstGen

Does your institution have a program or study that serves #BlackFirstGen college students? Tell us about your great work at bit.ly/BlackFirstgenS…. Join The Black First-gen Collective (@blackfirstgens) movement! #BlackHistoryMonth

In 2017, Lena Waithe became the first Black woman to win an Emmy for comedy writing and has gone on to create two successful tv comedies. Waithe is a #firstgen graduate of Columbia College Chicago with a degree in Cinema and Television Arts. #BlackFirstGen

Call for submissions! Due September 15, 2022. @DrLTMiles #BlackFirstGen #FirstGen

Powerful #FGSS21 panel today featuring HBCU an PWI college presidents on navigating Higher Education and promoting student success in unprecedented times. #firstgenforward #BlackFirstGen #advocatefirstgen #firstgen #SSHE21

A proud Charlottean and HBCU grad, Eve Hudson, Ph.D. is creator of first-of-its-kind initiatives noting The First-Gen Lounge, The First-Gen Shop, and First-Generation U. She is a speaker, podcaster, author, adjunct prof., and sits on the board for FLIP National. #BlackFirstGen

The @blackfirstgens invite scholars, practitioners and stakeholders who are invested in the success of Black first-gen students to join the movement. This group is open to anyone regardless of race or ethnicity. #BlackFirstGen #NASPA22

There is very little research or programs dedicated to the #BlackFirstGen experience. Let’s discuss why and what we can do about it. 🙌🏾 @DrCharmaineTroy

Dr. Yolanda Norman is the founder and CEO of My First Gen College Consulting. Dr. Norman is a national speaker and in May 2021, she became the associate vice president of Student Development @concordiatx. @FirstGenCollege #BlackFirstGen #FirstGen

Jayla is a first-generation student! Being first-generation is defined as "neither parent nor guardian earned a four-year college degree". Approximately 40% of Benedict Students are first-generation. #BCfirstgen #BlackFirstGen #CelebrateFirstGen

Findings show that students' financial decisions impact their financial status after college. A financial literacy course could help close the wealth gap for #BlackFirstgen students. Learn more in the latest First-gen Resource Guide by @DrCharmaineTroy at bit.ly/3ABvnZi

With over 27 years of experience in higher ed, Shelia Higgs "Shiggs" Burkhalter is currently the VPSA at Winthrop University and an Executive and Leadership Transitions Coach. She holds degrees from Southeast Missouri, IU-Bloomington, and UA-Fayetteville. #BlackFirstGen