What’s the news?
A community of first generation college students is the latest example of
West Virginia University’s commitment to creating the best college experience
for all students. The FirstGen Living, Learning, Community joins seven other
campus communities that foster “neighborhoods” at WVU. The University will
welcome approximately 30 FirstGen students at a kick-off event at 5:30 p.m. August 16 at
Dorsey’s Knob. Media members are welcome to attend.
Quotes and Comments
“What I’m looking forward to most living in the FirstGen LLC is creating
lifelong friendships with people who I share common interests with.” —Amanda
Glaspell, first-year Forest Resource Management student, graduate of Grafton
High School
“We are excited to have the FirstGen LLC be a part of our growing living learning community experience here at WVU. These first 30 residents will truly be living out “GoFirst” as they will help us continue to shape an intentional residential experience for our first-generation college students.”—Tyler Gailey, associate director of housing and residence life
Resources
First Generation Living, Learning Community
Learn about other WVU Living and Learning Communities
Target Audiences
Parents of high school students
Educators and Administrators
High school counselors
High school students
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CONTACT: Jason Broadwater
Director, Communications and Marketing, Student Life
304.293.5811; jason.broadwater@mail.wvu.edu