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Our Strategy is Based on Three Pillars.
We Empower and Support
FGLI Students by:
Providing them easy and centralized access to the best resources and information available.
Connecting them to the national FGLI community where they can share with and support one another.
Introducing them to colleges with strong programs and services designed especially for FGLI students.
Quiz Page
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- Call to action "What fact about FGLI students surprised you most?"
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FirstGenerationCollegeStudents.org is a non-profit organization founded by Kris Harvey.
A first-generation college graduate from a rural midwestern town, Kris earned a B.A. from Purdue University (graduated Phi Beta Kappa) and an M.B.A. from Georgetown University
Kris has been passionate for years about helping other first-generation and low-income students successfully navigate higher education. She has written for the magazine of the American School Counselor Association. Click here to read her 2004 article and here to read her2007 article.
In addition, Kris has founded other non-profits that serve(d) FGLI students, including CollegeKnowledge.org. She previously worked for The College Board on its CollegeEd
program, which is designed for first-generation and low-income students.
Meet the Founder
Kris has presented at and/or attended many conferences with information for or about FGLI students. They include:
Kris is a member of the FGLI Consortium. She also serves on the Student Life Advisory Council (S.L.A.C.) for Purdue University, and is a co-founder of its chapter of Alpha Alpha Alpha (Tri-Alpha), a national honor society for first-generation college students.
Kris, her husband, and their golden retriever split their time between their homes in San Diego and New York City. In their spare time, they love to travel. So far, they’ve been to all 50 states, and more than 50 foreign countries.
Kris Harvey, Founder
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FGLIstudents.org (FirstGenerationCollegeStudents.org) is a non-profit organization founded by Kris Harvey. A first-generation college graduate from a rural midwestern town, Kris holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Purdue University (graduated Phi Beta Kappa) and an M.B.A. from Georgetown University.
For almost 20 years, Kris has been involved in the national first-generation and limited-income student movement. She has written on the subject for the magazine of the American School Counselor Association. Click here to read her 2004 article and here to read her 2007 article.
In addition, Kris has founded other non-profits that serve(d) FGLI students, including CollegeKnowledge.org. She previously worked for The College Board on its CollegeEd program, a curriculum for first-generation and limited-income students.
FGLIstudents.org (FirstGenerationCollegeStudents.org) is a non-profit organization founded by Kris Harvey. A first-generation college graduate from a rural midwestern town, Kris holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Purdue University (graduated Phi Beta Kappa) and an M.B.A. from Georgetown University.
For almost 20 years, Kris has been involved in the national first-generation and limited-income student movement. She has written on the subject for the magazine of the American School Counselor Association. Click here to read her 2004 article and here to read her 2007 article.
In addition, Kris has founded other non-profits that serve(d) FGLI students, including CollegeKnowledge.org. She previously worked for The College Board on its CollegeEd program, a curriculum for first-generation and limited-income students.
Kris has presented at and/or attended many conferences with information for or about FGLI students. They include:
Mission Statement
FGLIstudents.org is a 501c3 non-profit dedicated to increasing the number of first-generation and limited-income students who successfully complete a bachelor's degree.
Everything You Need. All in One Place.
Navigating the landscape of information for
FGLI students can be time-consuming, overwhelming, and frustrating because no one has put it all in one place. Until now. FGLIstudents.org is the destination where you can find information about everything from financial aid to self care. And lots more in between. If there's something you know of, but don't see here, just let us know, and we'll do our best to add it.
Think You Know The Facts About FGLI Students? Take Our Quiz and Find Out.
Think You Know The Facts About FGLI Students? Take Our Quiz and Find Out.
Meet Our
Intern Alums
She/They
Anderson, IN
Precious is a sophomore at Purdue University. They are majoring in Applied Statistics, and Computer and Information Technology with a minor in Management. After graduation, they plan to become a Software Developer or Data Analyst.
Precious Baker
He/Him
Miami, FL
Jorge is a freshman at Purdue University. He is studying Computer Engineering. After graduation, he plans to become a Software Engineer. Jorge loves skiing and is a part of Purdue FlaC-sat, a team with the objective of designing a satellite for the Air Force.
Jorge Hernandez
She/Her
Indianapolis, IN
Daniela is a freshman at Purdue University. She is studying Genetics and Spanish. Her post-grad plans are to attend grad school for genetic counseling.
Daniela Rodriguez
Meet Our Fellow
Sabryna is a recent first-gen graduate of Purdue University. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Web Programming and Design, with a minor in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. Sabryna is now our new fellow she has come on as our web designer and social media manager. She is passionate about the digital world and loves being able to bring a brand's vision to life through stunning visuals and engaging content. She hopes to make a difference in the lives of other first-gen students as she continues to work for FGLIstudents.org.
Sabryna Velez , Fellow
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