MOBERLY, Mo., Nov. 9 -- Moberly Area Community College issued the following news release:

Moberly Area Community College recently celebrated 26 new members inducted into Tri-Alpha, the First-Generation College Student Honor Society. Twelve of the new members participated in the induction ceremony, marking an important milestone in their academic journeys.

Those attending the ceremony also heard from MACC Academic Advisor Amanda Leon, who shared her personal experience as a first-generation college student. Her remarks offered encouragement and a reminder of the determination, perseverance and accomplishments that come with being the first in a family to pursue a college degree.

Tri-Alpha recognizes the academic achievements of first-gene...