Current Scholars
As a current SSS scholar, you have access to a variety of resources designed to support your academic success and personal growth. Check out the resources we've compiled to help you stay informed about upcoming events, explore valuable academic and career resources and connect with support tailored for SSS students.
Resources
- UWRF Foundation Scholarships
- Outside Scholarships (List compiled by UWRF Financial Aid)
- Tuition Funding Services
- Hmong American Education Scholarship
- College Resources for Hispanic Students
- Grants and Scholarships: Awarded funds that are gift/free aid
- Federal Work Study: Awarded funds earned through part-time employment
- Loans: Awarded funds are repaid, usually with interest (available to both students and parents)
- Can be federal and private
CashCourse: CashCourse is your real-life guide to taking charge of your money. Online personal finance tools help you build real-life-ready financial skills. Students at more than 800 schools across the country use CashCourse.
Create a Budget: Avoid overspending and practice healthy financial habits by getting a picture of your spending.
Khan Academy offers a wide variety of college-level courses, from math, biology, U.S. history, and macroeconomics. Khan Academy provides free guidance and how-to videos.
Coursera is a resource for more than 5,000 high-quality courses from expert institutions such as Yale, Google and University of London. A detailed search filter helps users find the courses they need to advance their school or work career. Take courses for free or pay to earn a certificate.
UWRF provides institutional access to LinkedIn Learning for current students, faculty and staff at no additional cost or need for an individual subscription. The LinkedIn Learning platform is an interactive online resource of over 16,000 videos, courses, and practice exercises for learning at all levels in the business, creative, and technology categories.
Make, study and find online flashcards on Quizlet. Create your own or find cards already created by students and teachers for any subject.
The UWRF Online Writing Lab (OWL) is a virtual space where students may receive friendly, competent assistance to help them improve as writers. The OWL provides assistance during any stage of the writing process and provides interactive feedback to its clients through synchronous and asynchronous tutoring sessions. The writing lab offers a variety of online reference materials for students. The English Department also offers writing assistance in the University Writing Center.
Need some quick writing tips? Check out guidance from the Writing for Success text. Below is an excerpt describing a traditional essay outline.
First Gen at UWRF
It takes a lot of courage and determination to try new things, to be first! This includes being among the first in your family to attend and graduate from college. We know it can be intimidating for even the bravest first-gen students, but know that you are not the only one here.
40% of UWRF students are First Gen!
And we here at UWRF want to acknowledge it. Be proud of your accomplishments!
At UWRF, First Generation status is determined based upon your parent(s)/guardian(s). If neither of your parent(s)/guardian(s) received a four-year bachelor's degree or higher, you classify as First Gen. You still count as First Gen if one/both of your parent(s)/guardian(s) received some college education or an associate's degree.
If they are not your guardian, their educational background does not affect whether or not you classify as a First Generation student.
First Gen Events
First Gen Week
- Monday, April 5-Friday, April 9
- Follow along here and on social media for First Gen facts and stories!
- Stop by the Student Support Services office (Rodli Hall, second floor) for First Gen merch!
First Gen Video Series
Check out these programs!
These programs cater to First Generation students and can help with either the first transitional year to college or the entire college experience.
SSS/TRIO
First Generation students qualify to be a part of Student Support Services/TRIO. This program continues throughout your time at UWRF and you can receive one-on-one academic coaching, leadership and community service opportunities, career/graduate school advising, opportunities to participate in social/cultural activities, financial literacy and assistance with accessing campus services.
Aspire Program
First Generation students also qualify to be a part of the ASPIRE Program. This first-year program matches you up with an upperclassman mentor throughout your first year at UWRF. The unique part of this program is that by attending events and informational sessions, you can earn up to $500 to go toward study abroad, undergraduate research or internships!
Events
SSS maintains a robust events website featuring a programming calendar and integrated sign-up. Events are updated and added regularly so be sure to check back frequently!
