First Generation and/or Low-Income

Connect with Arts & Communication Program Director, Carla Costa

I’m excited for another semester of connecting with students who are interested in exploring and pursuing careers in arts and communication.,

By Carla Costa
Carla Costa Program Director, Careers in Arts and Communication
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How to get more out of your job search as a first-generation college graduate

Being a first-generation college graduate is an incredible accomplishment that is nothing short of life-changing. For some first-gen college grads, their circumstances might be that their parents immigrated from other countries and weren’t able to get a degree. For others, …

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How mentors help first-generation college students get a job and succeed in professional career growth

Resilient first-generation students who graduate with degrees report positive outcomes throughout their college-going years, and upon graduation, throughout their careers, according to Gallup-Poll research. As you approach graduation, continue to persevere as you search for your first job out of …

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Career Resources

A reception for first generation and/or low-income students coordinated by QuestBridge, First Generation Association, and the Office of Campus Diversity …

This session welcomes families of first generation students to the Amherst community and to celebrate this momentous occasion. There will …

As part of Amherst College’s commitment to diversity, the Office of Admission hosts Access to Amherst (A2A) for one weekend …

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Phone
413-542-2265
Address

First Floor College Hall
155 South Pleasant Street
Amherst, MA 01002