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First Generation College Students

Resources for first generation college students and best practices for those who seek to support this group of students.

Center for First-Generation Student Success

Are you a First-Generation Student?

Resources, tips, and articles for First-Generation College Students.

The First Gen College Student Experience

A Walk in My Shoes: First Generation College Students by Kansas State University College of Education

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We Persisted: Being a First Generation College Student
First generation college students share their stories of persistence in hopes of inspiring others going through similar struggles. Topics include academics, immigration, self acceptance, and more.
TED Talks: First-Generation Female Student Leaders
Examination of how first-generation female college students traverse on-campus leadership roles and set career goals without always having the support of their families and role models.
TEDx Talks: Preparing Students for the Culture of College
Discussion of how first-generation students must not only be academically prepared to enter college, but they must also be prepared for the culture of college to succeed.
First in our Families
Digital stories of First-Generation Students.
I'm First
Video stories and blogs from first-gen students.

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First in the family : Help your college student succeed and prosper

Last Updated: Jul 12, 2023 5:34 PM
URL: https://libguides.consortiumlibrary.org/FirstGen
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Tags: college success, diversity, first-generation, inclusion, student achievement