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Andrea Lopez

Andrea Lopez is a research associate at CCRC.

Understanding Why First Generation Students Stop Out of College

  • Thursday, 6 November 2025
  • Andrea Lopez
  • Essays
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Studies show that first-generation college students are even more likely to stop out of college than students generally. What motivates first-generation students to stop out before completing a credential? New findings from a CCRC study examining the support networks of first generation students shed light on the question.

Resources for Advisors During the COVID-19 Pandemic

  • Thursday, 2 April 2020
  • Andrea Lopez
  • Essays
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Student support professionals across the country have transitioned to remote advising in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. Here, CCRC's Andrea Lopez compiles resources for making the change effectively.

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