UAF honored for commitment to first-gen students
March 11, 2020
Jeff Richardson
907-474-6284
The University of Alaska Fairbanks has been recognized by the Center for First-generation
Student Success for the university’s work with students who are the first in their
family to graduate with a bachelor’s degree.
UAF received the First-gen Forward designation from the center, which recognizes higher-ed
institutions that have demonstrated a commitment to improving experiences and advancing
outcomes for first-generation college students. UAF’s First-Gen AK initiative is a
program to celebrate accomplishments and build community among first-gen students,
faculty and staff.
Selected First-gen Forward institutions have access to professional development, blog
development, goal setting, annual reporting, and more.