Meet the First-Gen Office

We’re Here to Help

Our goal is to help PNW’s first-gen students develop relationships with faculty, staff and other offices on campus to drastically improve their quality of life—and their ability to graduate with a degree.

If you are interested in engaging with the PNW first-gen community, learning more about what it means to be first-gen or simply sharing your experience, please reach out to firstgenpride@pnw.edu.

 

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A First Scholars Institution

PNW has been recognized by the Center for First-generation Student Success for its sustained commitment to support first-generation students.

Read About the Recognition


Who We Are

The Office for First-Generation College Student Initiatives is a space for students to engage, learn, and connect with the identify of being a first-generation college student at Purdue Northwest. Our priority is to foster pride and success among our first-generation scholars.


Meet Our Staff

Ronnell C. DuBose, M.A.

Executive Director for First Generation Student Success and Educational Opportunity Programs


rdubose@pnw.edu

(219) 989-2767

Mayra Hernandez

Mayra Hernandez

Assistant Director for First Generation College Student Outreach


herna882@pnw.edu

(219) 989-2045

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