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"As a proud first generation graduate myself, I am excited to be involved in a new impactful way to recognize our successful first-generation students. This is one of many exciting new initiatives for our emerging Pioneers Go First program."
Greg Sammons
Alpha Alpha Alpha, or Tri-Alpha, the National Honor Society for first-generation college students has established the Nu Theta Chapter at 魅影直播 State. Tri-Alpha was established in 2018 at Moravian University.
To qualify for Tri-Alpha students most earn at least 30 credits towards an associate or baccalaureate degree, have a GPA of at least 3.2, and neither of the student鈥檚 parents (stepparents or legal guardians) have completed a college degree.
Vice President for Student and Employees Dr. Gregory Sammons and Dean for Academic Support and Student Success Francine Staba will serve as the advisors for the Nu Theta Chapter.
鈥淎s a proud first generation graduate myself, I am excited to be involved in a new impactful way to recognize our successful first-generation students,鈥 stated Sammons. 鈥淭his is one of many exciting new initiatives for our emerging Pioneers Go First program. With nearly 30% of our students being first gen, we are excited to intensify the ways we both support and recognize these proud students who are completing their degree.鈥
Faculty and staff who meet the definition of first-generation graduates upon the completion of their bachelor鈥檚 degree are eligible to be inducted as well. Faculty and staff must be willing to serve as mentors to first-generation students.
Alumni and honorary inductees can be included as well if they meet the definition of first-generation students or are clearly first-gen student advocates, mentors, or supporters that have maintained a connection to the college inducting them.
Inductees receive a certificate of initiation and a pin. Honor cords for graduating students will be available to purchase.
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