Connect For Success Scholars 

CFSS First Year Peer-mentorship Spring 2024 Registration. Click here to apply.

Contact Damian Waite, waite1@dstolaf.edu, 507-786-3487 for more information on the program.

• Mentorship

The CFS Peer Mentors are first generation themselves. They will work closely with you to build community, provide resources and opportunities, and guide you as you navigate the College.

• Community Building Events

In collaboration with TRIO Student Support Services, you will have the opportunity to participate in events to meet other first generation students and engage in social events. 

• Meaningful Connections and Networking

Connect with faculty, staff, alumni and other students by participating in programs and networking spaces offered by the Taylor Center of Equity and Inclusion and its campus partners.

• Academic success programming

Programming tailored to the specific needs of first-generation, first-year students offered by the Center for Academic and Academic Support (CAAS).

• Vocation and Career Exploration

Meaningful workshops on setting your future goals for career and experiential learning to maximize your future you! including creating a resume, how to maximize your first year at St. Olaf.

Meet the 2023-2024 CFSS Peer Mentors! 

Are you interested on becoming a Connect for Success Scholars Peer Mentor for next academic year? contact Damian Waite (waite1) to learn more about the program.

Taylor Center Resource Page:

• Link

Useful external links:

• Center for First Generation Student Success

News:

St. Olaf named First-Gen Forward Institution

Taylor Center Launches New Connect For Success Scholars

Damian Waite, waite1@stolaf.edu,  507-786-3487 for more information on the program.