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The summer after high school graduation is often filled with anticipation and excitement for college-bound students. But for some recent grads, especially those who would be first-generation college students, it can be a difficult time. There are many preparations and decisions to make.

 
 
Mentors who work with first-generation students say it's important to maintain contact with teens over the summer to make sure they'll show up on campus in the fall ready for school.

Listen to the audio to hear how they're helping students avoid the "summer melt."

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Suzanne Pekow

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The summer before freshman year of college can be daunting for some students, especially those who are first in their families to go to college. Mentors can help students avoid that "summer melt."

Freshmen find summer help smoothes path to college

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