First-Generation Student Success
First-Generation Student Success is a program serving first-generation college students
at McKendree University whose parents did not complete a 4-year degree. This program
is dedicated to providing you with support and resources that will help you successfully
acclimate to the campus environment and graduate in a timely manner.
Do you need information about where to go or who to talk to? Do you need help choosing
a major? Do you to talk with someone about how balance the demands of school, work,
and family life? If so, please contact: Jennifer Miller, Assistant Vice President
for Student Affairs.
Services
• Answers to your questions about college
• Guidance for families of first-generation students
• Tutoring and study groups
• Online services for off-site students
• Referrals to on-campus and off-campus resources
First-Generation Faculty & Staff
Many faculty and staff were first-generation students themselves! They would love
to chat with you and help you with questions or challenges you might face.
Dr. Brenda Boudreau - English; Carnegie, 212
Dr. Darryn Diuguid - Education; Piper, 109
Michelle Magnussen - Director of the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts; The Hett
Jennifer Miller - Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs; Clark Hall, 106
Dr. Janet Wicker - Education
Dr. Richelle Rennegarbe - Nursing; Nursing House
Dr. Joseph Knickmeyer - Mathematics
Dr. Kian Pokorny - Computer Science; Clark, 200
Dr. Shelly Lemons - History; Carnegie, 213
Dr. Tami Eggleston - Provost; Wildy Hall
Dr. Alan Alewine - Mathematics; Voigt, 115
Dr. Dawn Hankins - Athletic Training; Bearcat Hall, 102
Selected Resources
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STUDENT STRESS? www.campuscalm.com
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