Meiklejohn Fellows

Post-Graduation Planning for First-Generation and/or Low-Income Students

We have built a supportive community for Amherst College first-generation and/or low-income (including international, undocumented and DACA, and transfer) students, particularly as it relates to post-graduation planning. By creating an affirming space where students can access and capitalize on the College’s resources, acquire and integrate transferable skills first-generation and/or low income students are better prepared for professional engagement. All of this is possible because of peer-to-peer support, knowledge-sharing, captivating programs, partnerships with other College departments, and through the generous support of an alum from the Class of `66.

Career Guidance for First-Generation Students

First-generation college students are learners from households where neither parent (or guardian) has obtained a Bachelor’s degree. In other words, they are the first ones in their immediate family to attend college.

These
students forge their own paths ahead in …

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Advice from one first-generation college student to others who are seeking internships and entry-level jobs

We recently shared some advice for first-generation college students searching for internships and recent graduates hunting for entry-level jobs. I was thrilled to then hear from one who had some really, really good advice for other first-generation students.

Diana Cleinmark

By Steven Rothberg - College Recruiter
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How to Find Resources for First Generation Professionals

Are you a first generation professional? You may belong to this demographic without knowing that there is even a term for it. First generation professionals are those who are the first in their families to enter the professional workforce.

You …

By Mateo Sánchez Morales - Idealist Careers
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Idealist Careers | Helping you land, love, and grow in your social-impact career. And visit Idealist.org explore thousands of great jobs and social-impact organizations near you.
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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