
First-Generation Programs
Cardinal First Benefits
North Central offers Cardinal First participants:
- A built-in network of first-generation peers, ambassadors, faculty and staff who offer mentoring and support
- The opportunity to apply for our renewable Cardinal First Scholarship of $1,000 beginning your sophomore year (see below)
- Free monthly interactive lunch workshops on what you need to know to succeed at North Central
- Programming from your first day on campus through graduation
Programs specifically for Cardinal First students
- First Gen Chem Program for first-generation chemistry and biochemistry majors spearheaded by Professor of Chemistry Jeff Jankowski
- Health First Program for first-generation pre-health majors spearheaded by Pre-Professional Health Program Coordinator Marguerite Degenhardt
- Teach First Program for first-generation education majors directed by Julie Carballo with faculty mentor Professor Maureen Kincaid
Continuing support
- Continuing programs throughout your sophomore, junior and senior years, designed to oversee your progress and answer questions specific to your first-generation experience
- A yearly planner and calendar to help keep you on schedule and stay on top of what’s happening on campus
- An exclusive Cardinal First T-shirt
- Leadership and training for Cardinal First Ambassadors beginning as sophomores