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Penn State Greater Allegheny celebrated over 200 students at their annual Evening of Excellence, recognizing academic achievement and campus leadership. The tradition, started by alumni in 1983, continues to spotlight students who excel both in and out of the classroom.
Dulce Torres Gonzalez, a high school senior who works 30 hours a week while ranking first in her class, just won a $34,000 scholarship created specifically for first-generation students from immigrant families. Her story proves that hard work and determination can open doors to incredible opportunities.
Nearly 1,600 students from 15 countries are celebrating graduation at East Texas A&M University this May, with ages ranging from 18 to 73. Almost 40% are first-generation college students who balanced work, family, and coursework to reach this milestone.
Southwestern University earned a spot in a prestigious national network dedicated to helping first-generation college students succeed. The Texas school joins 489 institutions working to transform support for students who are the first in their families to attend college.
Marquette University is hosting a special celebration to recognize students who overcame extra challenges to earn their degrees. First-generation college students and students of color will receive commemorative medals at the Unity Celebration on May 8.
A 1965 Head Start student became a PhD leader now opening doors for underserved learners. Dr. Iris Cumberbatch's journey shows how early education investments pay forward for generations.