“Through the application process, it was evident that UW-Superior is not only taking steps to serve first-generation students but is prepared to make a long-term commitment and employ strategies that foster an environment of success for this important population.” Whitley, vice president with the Center for First-generation Student Success. “The center is pleased to welcome UW-Superior into the First Scholars Network,” said Sarah E. The First Scholars Network provides us with the opportunity to expand these first-generation student efforts and initiatives, ensuring we are leading the way in our advocacy for overall student success.” “Since almost half of our undergraduate students each year are first-generation, it is important for us to be intentional about our support efforts, programming, and services we provide this important student population. “I am really excited for our opportunity to participate in the First Scholars Network and continue moving forward first-generation student success initiatives at UW-Superior,” said Monte Stewart, UW-Superior TRIO McNair Scholars program director. More than 350 institutions of higher education have entered the network, representing 49 states and the District of Columbia. Powered by the Center for First-generation Student Success, the First Scholars Network is a four-phase approach that allows institutions of higher education to advance student success through establishing communities of practice, gaining knowledge of resources, and establishing peer networks. Being a member of the Frist Scholars Network will allow us to bolster our support of our first-generation students and further enhance student success.” “Becoming a member of the First Scholars Network is recognition of our faculty and staff who work diligently to help our students not only achieve but thrive. “It is an honor to be recognized for the commitment that our institution has made to serving First Generation students,” said Harry Anderson, UW-Superior associate vice chancellor for Student Affairs. To be selected as a First Scholars Network member, UW-Superior displayed a demonstrated commitment to improving experiences and advancing success for first-generation college students. The University of Wisconsin-Superior has recently been recognized as one of 76 new members of the First Scholars Network for 2023-24 by the Center for First-generation Student Success, an initiative of the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) and The Suder Foundation. Selected by Center for First-generation Student Success as newest Member of the First Scholars Network

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