IU Indianapolis launches program to support first-gen college students

Indiana University is bringing a program that will provide resources and support for first-generation and low-income college students to Indianapolis starting next year, the university first told Mirror Indy. The main feature of IU Indianapolis’ Groups Scholars program will be welcoming incoming freshmen to campus for six weeks in the summer before school starts. Through the program, students will take introductory college classes, learn about careers and connect with classmates and resources such as tutoring, counseling and career advising.