Resources

There are èßäÊÓƵapp-specific and national resources available to support you and other first-generation college students.

Discover, contribute to, and engage these resources for yourself.

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    Come Chat With Us

    Meet with the Director of the First-Gen Initiative for academic counseling, scholarship exploration, èßäÊÓƵapp resource awareness, friendly chats, conflict coaching, processing difficult situations, becoming fearless, or anything else.

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    Career Closet

    Obtain business casual and professional clothing for free.

    Visit

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    College Terminology Glossary

    We've created a massive college term glossary to help you navigate the college landscape. You'll find common higher education terms as well as those unique to èßäÊÓƵapp.

    Learn

  • Financial Literacy Specialist

    Financial Literacy Specialist

    Set up a one-to-one consultation with our Financial Literacy Specialist. They can provide you with information to help you make informed financial decisions. Feel free to visit the financial literacy site for resources too!

    Learn

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    National Resources

    Explore the resources below and throughout the site to better understand the first-generation student experience, engage with research and data, identify support strategies, and explore why advancing first-generation student success is a desirable outcome.

    Explore

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    Spaces & Places

    Finding your place on èßäÊÓƵapp is also about physical space. First-generation college students are invited to visit two spaces on the Hilltop to study, socialize, and use free services.

    Visit

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    Scholarships

    There are a number of college scholarships available for first-generation college students. Review and apply.

    Apply

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    Supportive Faculty Staff

    Review the list of èßäÊÓƵapp faculty and staff at èßäÊÓƵapp who have committed themselves to supporting first-generation students. 

    Connect

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    The Shop

    Fueling your body is vital to your success and we want to help! Food is available for students in need. 

    Inquire