first-generation students Archives - The David Eccles School of Business

Opportunity Scholars partner with companies for NEW! mentorship program

In partnership with Business Career Services, Opportunity Scholars recently launched a new mentorship program for scholars within the program. This program kicked off in October, bringing several employers to campus to connect with these first-generation students regarding their career journeys and experience. Part of the event featured speed networking, allowing mentors to rotate between tables of three to four students. As a result, [...]

Lisa Collins2022-10-04T09:58:22-06:00October 4th, 2022|

First Generation Summit helps students navigate campus

Fall Semester is in full swing here at the Eccles School with a lot of new faces, including many first-generation students. We kicked off the first week back to school with a variety of tabling events highlighting different programs we have here at the Eccles School. We are a Doers Wanted school, and know that anyone can be a Doer. [...]

Amelia Dyck-McCrary2023-03-16T18:21:30-06:00September 11th, 2018|

Jack Elizondo: 5 pieces of advice to help First Ascent Scholars succeed

Being the first person in your family to graduate from college is definitely something to be proud of, but getting there can come with its own set of challenges. It's an experience well known to Jack Elizondo, who recently shared his experience with the First Ascent Scholars. Here are a few takeaways: Lean on your family, and get help where you can Elizondo's family [...]

Jerry Norton2019-11-27T16:57:04-07:00April 10th, 2018|

Staff Spotlight: Opportunity Scholars Director Richard Kaufusi

The David Eccles School of Business continues to strive for academic success with some of the best educators engaging with its students. Not only does the Eccles School educate its students, it also presents opportunities to students who have financial need and are first-generation college students, meaning the first in their family to earn a higher education. The Opportunity Scholars Program is a place [...]

Jerry Norton2019-11-27T16:38:02-07:00September 23rd, 2015|