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FirstGenFM

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About this Podcast:

For educators looking to connect, learn, and share knowledge about serving first-generation college and college-bound students.

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Contact path

Verified email

Booking probability

21%

Guest openness

Selective

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Questions about FirstGenFM

What has FirstGenFM covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Creating a Community for First-Gen Student Success: Insights from FirstGen Forward Leaders" (28 January 2025, 45 minutes), "Writing Smart Girl, a memoir of a first-gen journey: A conversation with author Dr. La'Tonya "LT" Rease Miles" (17 December 2024, 47 minutes), and "Guiding Students From First-Gen Student to First-Gen Professional with Lisa Rivera" (10 December 2024, 34 minutes).

How often does FirstGenFM publish?

FirstGenFM publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 32 minutes across 31 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on FirstGenFM?

Booking probability for FirstGenFM is 21%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. FirstGenFM requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. FirstGenFM's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch FirstGenFM?

The strongest fits for FirstGenFM are Universities & Colleges. FirstGenFM has an education audience.

About the host

FirstGenFM is an education podcast with 31 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #13

    Creating a Community for First-Gen Student Success: Insights from FirstGen Forward Leaders

    Jan 28, 202545 minS4

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>What drives a first-generation college student to not only enroll but thrive? Join us on First Gen FM as we shine a spotlight on the inspiring stories of Dr. Martina Martin, Catherine Johnson...

  • Episode #12

    Writing Smart Girl, a memoir of a first-gen journey: A conversation with author Dr. La'Tonya "LT" Rease Miles

    Dec 17, 202447 minS4

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>What happens when a first-generation college graduate transforms her experiences into a powerful memoir? Dr. La'Tonya "LT" Rease Miles joins me on FirstGen FM to share how a simple conversation...

  • Episode #11

    Guiding Students From First-Gen Student to First-Gen Professional with Lisa Rivera

    Dec 10, 202434 minS4

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Lisa Rivera, the director of First Generation Student Initiatives at Suffolk University, joins us to share her journey from being a first-gen student in Florida to making her mark in higher...

  • Episode #10

    How New Policies May Shape the Future of American Higher Education: Thoughts from a recent webinar

    Nov 19, 202414 minS4

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>In this episode, I share a few takeaways on post-election landscape with insights from Ted Mitchell and Michelle Asher Cooper from a recent webinar: <b>Post-Election Outlook: What to Watch in...

  • Episode #9

    Navigating Career Paths: Success Stories and Strategies for First-Generation Students with Mike Wysocki

    Nov 12, 202445 minS4

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Join us for a conversation with Mike Wysocki, a first-generation graduate, who reveals how he turned hurdles into stepping stones on his journey to success. From a working-class suburb of Boston...

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  • Episode #8

    The Assets First-Generation Students Bring to College with Jen Schoen

    Nov 5, 202425 minS4

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Let's talk about the strengths first-generation students bring to campus based on a research article and an ASHE research presentation. <br/><br/>Join me, Jen Schoen, as we challenge the deficit...

  • Episode #7

    Searching for Scholarships: 3 Tips for First-Generation Students with Jen Schoen

    Oct 29, 202412 minS4

    <p>Send us a text</p><p><br/><br/>Discover three secrets to finding scholarships tailored for first-generation students that are ready for our students to use. Join me, Jen Schoen, as I share tools like College...

  • Episode #6

    Building Bridges for First-Gen Professionals: Insights from Brianna Logan, CEO of FirstGen Evolve

    Oct 22, 202440 minS4

    <p>Send us a text</p><p><br/>Brianna Logan's journey from her parents' Caribbean roots to becoming a successful CEO is inspiring. In our latest episode, Brianna, a first-generation college graduate, shares her personal...

  • Episode #5

    Empowering First-Gen Students: Building Sustainable Support Programs at the University of Missouri with Selena Meints

    Oct 15, 202443 minS4

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Discover the journey of Selena Meints, the First Generation Initiatives Coordinator at the University of Missouri, as she shares her story from being a first-generation college student to leading...

  • Episode #4

    Navigating From College to Career: The Transition of First-Generation Professionals with Cesar Margarito

    Oct 8, 202434 minS4

    <p>Send us a text</p><p><br/>First-generation students have unique needs as they navigate their transition from college to their first professional career. Join me as I chat with Cesar Margarito, whose transformative...

  • Episode #3

    Supporting First-Generation Graduate Students: A New Program at The Chicago School with Jennifer Stripe Portillo

    Oct 1, 202437 minS4

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Curious about the unique hurdles first-generation graduate students face and solutions to support them? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Jennifer Stripe Portillo, Dean of Student...

  • Episode #2

    First-Gens for Kamala Virtual Event

    Sep 30, 20242 minS4

    <p>Send us a text</p><p><b>Here's the link to register: </b><b>https://tinyurl.com/FG4Kamala</b> <br/><b>October 1, 2024 from 8:00pm - 9:30pmET,</b> <b>First-Gens for Kamala</b><b><br/></b><br/>Note that there will be...

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    Three Statistics to Know About First-Generation College Students

    Sep 17, 20248 minS0

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>What if the key to enriching our educational system lies in a group that's often overlooked? Discover why first-generation college students are crucial to the lifeblood of higher education in my...

  • Episode #3

    Empowering First-Generation Students: A Dive into Northeastern University's Torch Scholars Selection

    Feb 29, 202417 minS3

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Discover Northeastern University's commitment to First Gen students in the latest First Gen FM podcast episode. Join me, Jen, as I journey solo this week, pulling back the curtain on the...

  • Episode #2

    Unlocking the College Prep Scholars: Questbridge Insights and Resources with Dr. Christian Martell

    Feb 14, 202435 minS3

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Unlock the secrets of the College Prep Scholars (CPS) program with Dr. Christian Martell from Questbridge. We zoom in on CPS and its role as a stepping stone for high-achieving, low-income, high...

  • Episode #1

    Turning Points and Triumphs: Guiding First-Genration Students to Their True Calling with Dr. Ashanti Chunn

    Feb 7, 202448 minS3

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Have you ever considered every turn in your path as a stepping stone towards your true calling? Dr. Ashanti Chunn, our guest from Tennessee State University, shares her compelling switch from...

  • Episode #6

    Navigating Academia: The Journey of First-Generation Working Class Graduate Student Lauren Harvey

    Dec 13, 202351 minS2

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>What does it feel like to navigate the world of academia as a first-generation and working class graduate student? This week, I had the privilege of exploring this question with Lauren Harvey, a...

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