A first-generation college student is someone whose parents did not attend college or did not graduate with a four-year degree. These students are the first in their families to pursue

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First-generation college students are paving the way for themselves and their families by pursuing higher education. This can be an exciting but also challenging journey, as they navigate a new

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For many first-generation students, earning a college degree is a monumental achievement. These students are often the first in their families to attend college, breaking barriers and paving the way

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Generational wealth refers to the assets passed down from one generation to the next, including money, property, investments, and businesses. This type of wealth can provide a source of financial

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As the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) population continues to grow in the United States, it is important to address the unique challenges that first-generation AAPI students face in

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Navigating college can be a daunting experience for any student, but for first-generation transfer students, the challenges can be even greater. As a first-generation transfer student myself, I have faced

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Being a first-generation college student with a disability can be a daunting experience. The feeling of being on your own and navigating the unfamiliar territory of higher education can be

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As a low-income, first-generation college student, navigating the higher education system can often feel like learning the hard way. Without the financial support or guidance of family members who have

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Growing up as a first-generation Latino college student, the idea of attending higher education seemed like a distant dream. My parents, who had immigrated to the United States from Mexico,

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Active learning, a teaching approach that engages students in hands-on, interactive learning experiences, has been shown to narrow the achievement gap for black and first-generation students in English classes. This

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