19 Feb 2024
It is always a joy to connect with my sister and brothers of the The Black First-Gen Collective! #FYE2024 #OGblackfirstgensteeringcommittee #blackfirstgen #firstgencommunity #firstgenvoices
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1 Jan 2024
My last #popculture #highered piece for 2023 titled A First-gen Lyon: Andre's Empire focuses on #FoxEmpire and the #Blackfirstgen experiences of Andre Lyon as he manages #mentalhealth and familial acceptance.
linkedin.com/pulse/first-gen…
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7 Jul 2023
Here is my recent piece about #firstgen identities in #popculture. This week I unpack #ThisisUs and Randall Pearson #adopted #Blackfirstgen
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19 Jun 2023
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.
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22 May 2023
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
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12 May 2023
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
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8 May 2023
@LeBronJames response to #BRONNYJAMES commitment to #USC is heartwarming and affirms that there are levels to being a #firstgen student regardless of income. Here's to a bright future for a talented #Blackfirstgen🎓👏🏾
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7 May 2023
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.reasemil…
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28 Apr 2023
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!
28 Apr 2023
New First-gen Resource: @DrCharmaineTroy authored the Engaging Support for Black First-generation Students, a resource guide to meet the needs of Black #Firstgen students by creating new models and approaches for faculty-student interaction. Read more at bit.ly/3ABvnZi
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15 Mar 2023
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
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24 Feb 2023
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
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20 Feb 2023
Does your institution have a program or study that serves #BlackFirstGen college students? Tell us about your great work at bit.ly/BlackFirstgenSurvey. Join The Black First-gen Collective (@blackfirstgens) movement!
#BlackHistoryMonth
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21 Nov 2022
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
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14 Nov 2022
Join in on the conversation!! #blackfirstgen
13 Nov 2022
What’s unique about being #blackfirstgen and in a Black Greek letter organization? Check out this discussion hosted by @blackfirstgens theblackfirstgencollective.c…
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21 Oct 2022
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.
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21 Oct 2022
One of the main takeaways is that it is important to DISAGGREGATE YOUR DATA. find out how many #blackfirstgen students you have. Gather this information from as many sources as possible.
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8 Sep 2022
My cousin's son has a 3.6 gpa and she insists that he go to community college first in order to save money. Won't consider a four year at this time. Won't even let him apply. #blackfirstgen #firstgenproblems
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3 Sep 2022
Watching Serena resolve her professional career on her terms is monumental to this #blackfirstgen professional who never saw her parents do the same.
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29 Jul 2022
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26 Jun 2022
Please note the change of date for The Black First-Gen Luncheon.
#BlackFirstGen
26 Jun 2022
🗣 The Black First Gen Collective luncheon will take place on MONDAY not Tuesday
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