Providing the resources and support you need
We know it can be difficult to send your student to college, especially if your student is the first in your family to attend college (a first generation student). This site is a resource for parents/guardians and families of first generation students – a place where you can gather information and resources on topics such as financial aid, campus resources, who to contact, tips and other first gen voices at âùºìÔº.ÌýWe're glad your child has chosen âùºìÔº, and we will help make his or her transition to college life as smooth as possible. Welcome to âùºìÔº!
¶Ù²¹±¹±ð²Ô±è´Ç°ù³Ù’s First Generation Initiative is focused on better serving the goals, needs, and challenges of first-generation students, year over year and onto graduation.
Did you know?
Did you know that nearly 40% of âùºìÔº's students are first generation students? What’s more surprising is that âùºìÔº has been able to help those students achieve their education dreams year after year. In fact, âùºìÔº has increased its graduation rates by 174% since 2009. How? âùºìÔº created custom programs and services to make sure first gen students have what they need to make the first year at college a successful one.ÌýLearn more here
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Want more college success tips?Ìý
Watch Dr. Jodi Hicks and Dr. Karen Clark discuss college success tips through a series of short videos.
Resources to help your child succeed at college
âùºìÔº students will receive personalized attention through every step of their college journey — from applying for admission to graduating and landing the career of their dreams.
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Mental health resourcesâùºìÔº offers 24/7 mental health services and interactive events to help studentsÌýmanage stress and get back to feeling good.Ìý |
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Accessibility for allâùºìÔº is committed to providing opportunities, resources and support to empower students towardÌýsuccess in an inclusive and accessible environment. Check out these tips on transitioning special accommodations. |
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Career ServicesâùºìÔº's lifelong career servicesÌýassist with resume and cover letter writing, job interview preparation and employment connections. In fact, âùºìÔºÌýguarantees employment within six months of graduation for qualifying students in a growing number of programs. |
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âùºìÔº's Panther Resource ClosetDesigned to provide free resources likeÌýsnacks, personal hygiene products and even professional attire,Ìýto all enrolled students who might need them. |
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Success-building supportÌýâùºìÔº's advising team will help your student every step of the way. Our academic advisors will meet with studentsÌýone-on-one for specific academic program guidance whenever they need it.Ìý |
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Digital library and tutoringâùºìÔº's virtual library is here to support students throughout their educational journey. We provide 24/7 librarian chat, electronic resources and research databases, so students will be able to utilize âùºìÔº's resources from anywhere at any time.ÌýTutoring services are available to students 100% online. With online tutoring, students receiveÌý24/7 access, drop-inÌýor scheduled tutoring sessions and more!Ìý |
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Next steps after acceptanceCongratulations on your student's acceptance to âùºìÔº! We’ve mapped out the next few steps. Additionally, we’ve prepared some quick resource links for a smooth transition into the âùºìÔº community. |
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Financial aid resourcesAt âùºìÔº, we don’t want you to lose sleep over how to pay for college. That’s why we make ourÌýtuition and fees affordableÌýand help students find as many resources as possible when it comes to paying for college. |
Jodi Hicks: Director of student transitions and academic readiness. Contact at jodi.hicks@davenport.edu.
Advising:ÌýYour advisor is your main point of contact and is ready to help you with any questions or concerns. CallÌý866-383-3548Ìýor contact your advisor directly via email or phone.
Computer problems:ÌýFor questions about your computer and accessing classes online, contact the ITS Customer Support Center atÌýcsc@davenport.eduÌýor call 616.732.1200.Ìý
Financial aid:ÌýWe are here to answer and support your financial aid needs. Please email any questions or concerns toÌýfinancialaid@davenport.edu.
Library:ÌýVisitÌýÌýfor library resources.
Tutoring:ÌýOnline tutoring is available online atÌý.
Campus Life:ÌýIf you think youÌýare sick or have symptoms, please consult your medical provider. Please also reach out to Campus Life atÌýcampus.life@davenport.edu.
Bookstore:ÌýVisit theÌýÌýto purchase your textbooks or theÌýÌýto purchase merchandise and apparel.
Counseling:ÌýTake care of your mental health as well as your physical health and make sure to utilize the services we provide as a benefit to our students. VisitÌý/campus-life/counselingÌýfor more information.
Student Access:ÌýIf you are a student with a disability and having difficulty with academics, please reach out to your student access coordinator atÌý.
Housing:ÌýOn-campus housing is available for Fall 2023 and the application can be found .
Important datesÌý
View this event calendar for important you and your student will want to attend here.
Upcoming events
View all the upcoming events happening on campus .
Staying connected
âùºìÔº offers many opportunities to stay up-to-date on all things happening at âùºìÔº. We invite you to join ourÌý to receive email newsletters about critical deadlines, university news and upcoming events.
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