First in the Family, First in New Opportunities: HTC Highlights the Journey of First-Generation College Students

First in the Family, First in New Opportunities: HTC Highlights the Journey of First-Generation College Students

Holy Trinity College of General Santos City (HTC) continues to recognize the importance of making higher education accessible to learners from diverse family and educational backgrounds. Through an initial student profile survey, the institution gathered insights into the experiences of its college students, particularly those who are the first in their families to pursue a college degree.

The findings revealed that 77.3% of the participating students are first-generation college students, highlighting the significant role of higher education in creating new opportunities for families and future generations. Meanwhile, 22.7% indicated that they have family members who have previously pursued a college degree.

The survey also reflected representation across different academic departments, including the College of Teacher Education (CTE), College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), College of Business Management and Accountancy (CBMA), and College of Criminal Justice Education (CCJE). Students from all four college year levels were represented, demonstrating diverse academic backgrounds and stages of educational progression.

These findings emphasize the value of providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment for students who are navigating higher education for the first time in their families. For many first-generation learners, earning a college degree represents not only personal achievement but also an opportunity to open doors for their families and future generations.

Through its continuing commitment to accessible education and student development, HTC aims to empower learners to pursue their academic aspirations and become agents of positive change in their communities.