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UNIVERSITY1STGEN  \n## About theTHR1VE Center\n\nEmpowering Students toThrive  \nThe THRIVE Center is dedicated to empowering every student to excel both in and out of theclassroom.Grounded in the values of Cura Personalis,Ignatian Belonging,leadership,dignity,and respect,we offer resources,mentorship,and leadership development tosupport students'academic and personal success.  \nRooted in Mission  \nAligned with Xavier University's mission to educate students intellectually,morally,andspiritually,the THRIVE Center creates welcoming spaces where all students-especially first-generation and at-promise students-can belong,grow,and lead with purpose.  \nPathways to Ignatian Belonging and Student success  \nThrough impactful experiences like:  \n·First Steps-a summer bridge and year-long program for incoming first-gen students  \n·Smooth Transitions -a pre-orientation and year-long dynamic peer-led mentoringexperience  \n·Arrupe Scholars-a year-long academic and leadership first-year accompanimentprogram.  \n## A Hope-Filled Future\n\nGuided by the Universal Apostolic Preference to accompany young people in the creation ofa hope-filled future,we ignite hope that fuels confidence,purpose,and possibility.  \n## A National Commitment\n\nAs a proud First Gen Forward Network Institution,we celebrate resilience,uplift first-generation voices,and champion equity in student success.  \n## A Community That Cares\n\nThrough community,collaboration,and courage,the THRIVE Center ensures students feelseen,valued,and equipped to thrive-at Xavier and in the world they are called totransform.  \n## WelcomeMessage\n\nWelcome to Xavier University!  \nWe're truly honored to welcome you and your student to this newchapter.  \nWe created this guide to walk alongside you.We want you to feelequipped,supported,and seen as you help your student navigate thisimportant chapter of their life.Inside,you'll find helpful tips,answers tocommon questions,and encouragement that we hope will bring peaceof mind and confidence.  \nAt the THRIVE Center,we believe that when families are supported,students thrive.Your love,sacrifices,and unwavering belief in yourstudent are powerful and we see that.Please know that we're here notonly for them,but for you too.  \nFrom one first-gen family to another:thank you.Thank you for trustingXavier.Thank you for encouraging your student to dream big.And thankyou for letting us be part of their journey.  \nWith gratitude and hope,THRIVE Center Team  \nMeet TheTHR1VE Team  \nDr.Daniel McSpadden  \nAssistant Vice President,Division of lgnatian Belonging  \nP:(513)745-3756;Email:mcspaddend@xavier.edu  \nAlana Calhoun  \nDirector,THRIVE Center  \nP:(513)745-3182;Email:calhouna2@xavier.edu  \nTamara Serrano Chandler  \nAssistant Director,THRIVE Center  \nP:(513)745-3940;Email:serranochandlert@xavier.edu  \nMeet TheTHR1VE Team  \nVonnya Thomas  \nAssistant Director,THRIVE Center  \nP:(513)745-4830;Email:thomasv@xavier.edu  \nKimberly Turner  \nProgram Coordinator,THRIVE Center  \nP:(513)745-3569;Email:turnerk@xavier.edu  \n## What is a\n\nFirst-Generation CollegeStudent?  \nAt Xavier,we define a first-generation college student as first-generationcollege student is typically defined as a student whose parents orguardians did not complete a four-year college degree.Navigating thecollege landscape can be a unique expereince for first-genetarionstudent,who are pioneeers in their families.Their journey comes with bothunique opportunities and powerful strengths.  \nThese students are leaders,trailblazers,and community builders.Theybring grit,determination,and resilience.Everything they need is alreadywithin them,and with encouragement,community,and care,they thrivebeyond what they imagined  \nWE ARE  \n## FIRSTGENERATION\n\nRuth Bader Ginsburg  \nOprah Winfrey  \nJohn Legend  \nBill Clinton  \nSonia Sotomayor  \nMichelle Obama  \n## Understanding the First-Gen CollegeExperience\n\nBeing the first in your 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