First-generation students make up over half of college campuses today, but the majority will not graduate. At TIAA, we believe in planting seeds early. Our Community Impact Team, composed of first-generation graduates, is committed to helping one million first-generation students navigate college and reach graduation. We recognize the unique barriers first-generation college students face. Through intentional support and real relationships, we're rewriting the story—helping students cross the st

110K views · 1.1K reactions | We asked 11 of our first-generation graduates what being the first in their family to earn a college diploma meant to them. Then we opened up the question to their families. See what happens when the students read their families’ responses for the first time (grab the tissues!). | UC Riverside | Facebook

65K views · 538 reactions | We are so proud of #NUfam members like Karla P. Hear what a first-generation college student, doctoral candidate, veteran, and single mother has to say about what education means to her. #WholeNUYou #HispanicHeritageMonth | National University | Facebook