First-Gen Alumna Reaching New Heights as a Flight Instructor
Front Range Community College proudly recognizes students and alumni who are the first in their families to pursue higher education.
Front Range Community College Awarded New TRIO Grant to Expand Student Support at Larimer Campus
FRCC has just been awarded a competitive multi-year TRIO Student Support Services grant for the college’s Larimer Campus.
Finding Her People, Place and Purpose
On National TRIO Day, read how the TRIO program has helped FRCC student Leah Shipley find a new path toward becoming a scientist.
Triumph Over Trauma Leads FRCC Grad to CU Boulder’s Engineering School
Graduate Melissa Chavez has overcome great challenges to attain her dream of becoming an engineer. Here is Melissa’s inspiring story, in her own words…
The Journey From Struggling Student to “Rock Star”
When Hector Vargas started college, he didn’t know what he wanted to do career-wise. But he felt confident FRCC was a good place to build a strong foundation.
Former Marine Finds Support, Community in FRCC’s TRIO Program
After serving in the US Marine Corps, Robert Hajnos was ready to go to college. As a first-generation student, he found support in FRCC’s TRIO program.
First-Gen Proud: TRIO Employee Reflects on Her College Journey
Today is First-Generation College Celebration Day, a time to recognize and raise awareness about students who are the first in their families to go to college.
Graduate Voice: Bianca Acosta
Learn how this first-generation student overcomes severe anxiety to find healing, build her resilience, and succeed in college.