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First-Generation Scholars

Designed to create a community for first generation students at the University of Utah.

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Mentors offer academic guidance, university life insights, and career advice, leveraging their institutional knowledge to support students in maximizing their educational journey.

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Student Testimonials

"The First-Generation Scholars Program has impacted me by giving me a safe and inclusive community where I feel like I belong."

"First-Gen Scholars has helped me connect with my peers and connect with resources. It has also helped me financially through scholarship help."

"First-Gen Scholars has impacted me in creating a community that I feel like I belong in. To me, this program means having a place where I feel supported and learn about resources that students like me can utilize for a better campus experience."

"This program has given me a sense of belonging and knowing that I deserve to be here and that I have people who support me in higher education and here to see others and myself succeed. This is my family on campus."

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