The First in the Family Book Project

The First in the Family Book Project

Lumina Foundation and STAR Scholars invite students, researchers, faculty, and practitioners to contribute to a groundbreaking book series capturing the transformative experiences students, scholars, faculty, and leaders. Be a part of a legacy that documents the powerful narratives of equity, justice, and social mobility.
This series is dedicated to documenting the stories, reflections, and voices of students, educators, and practitioners from institutions around the world. It focuses on issues of racial justice, equity, and the unique experiences of students of color. The series highlights the impacts of being the first in the family to attend college, capturing the personal and educational journeys that shape their lives. Through case studies, empirical research, and success stories, this collection aims to showcase the contributions of these institutions to social mobility, knowledge growth, equity, and inclusion of diverse populations otherwise systematically underrepresented.

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Submission Guidelines: Abstract: 120 words (due by Dec 1 or before); Full Chapter/essay: 1,500-2,500 words (due by Feb 15 or before)

For submissions and further inquiries, please get in touch with Dr Krishna Bista at krishna.bista@morgan.edu or Dr Uttam Gaulee at president@starscholars.org
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First in the Family: Breaking BarriersFirst-Generation College Students and Faculty ExperiencesPersonal Narratives from HBCU/HSI Students, Faculty, and AlumniLeadership Journeys of Minority Presidents or College Senior LeadersImpact of Foreign-Born University LeadersOther
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