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Helpful Articles on the First-Generation Student Experience

6 Lessons to Success as a First-Generation College Student
A letter to first-generation college students from a
college president who was a first-generation college student herself.
Facing the Culture Shock of College
First-generation college students talk about identity, class, and what helps them succeed.
What You Should Know as a First Generation College Student
First-generation college students often deal with financial stress and the pressure of family expectations.
What All First-Generation College Students Must Know
Higher education isn’t about memorizing the right facts – it’s about learning how to learn
The Struggle to Be First
First-generation students may be torn between college and home.
Stories of First-Generation Students
Half of US college students are the first in their family to go to university. We asked them to tell us about their experiences

Understanding Finances

While in college, one of the best skills to develop is handling personal finances. Many times, college is the first time that students are beginning to have their own money, and pay for things themselves

Below are some resources that may be useful when learning how to budget money:

Being a First -Generation Student

Center for Student Success

The Center for Student Success seeks to equip students for independent, effective, and life-long learning through programs and services tailored to assist them in achieving their personal and educational goals. The Center for Student Success is located on the main floor of the Thorne Library and Learning Resource Center.

One-On-One Tutoring
One-on-one tutoring is offered in the Center for Student Success during most hours that the Thorne Library and Learning Resource Center is open so academic enrichment is easily accessible for all traditional students on campus. Tutors are student employees who are trained to teach students individually toward the goal of mastering content and developing transferable study skills.
Supplemental Instruction
Supplemental Instruction is a program that provides academic enrichment to traditional students who are enrolled in selected courses. The SI Leaders are student employees who lead weekly group study sessions outside of class on topics covered in class during the week. Supplemental Instruction Leaders have successfully completed the class for which they lead SI, take notes, and model exemplary student practices.
Academic Peer Mentor Program (APM)
Academic Peer Mentors (APM) are upper-level student employees who are trained to assist new MVNU students in the process of transition into college life. APM’s meet with their assigned students weekly to provide individualized academic assistance and accountability. APMs also assist with time management, organization, study strategies, and other forms of personal or academic accountability and support. If you are interested in meeting with an APM please contact Sarah Wenger (sarah.wenger@mvnu.edu) or click on the link above.
Writing Lab
The MVNU Writing Lab exists to create a safe and friendly space for all writers at all levels to share their work and receive thorough and considerate feedback from attentive peer tutors who strive to empower student writers to become more confident, self-sufficient, and effective critical thinkers and communicators.

Academic skills

Advice for Effective Note Taking
A guide on the best ways to take notes in class
Procrastination
Every students' nightmare. We all suffer from it in some way, this guide teaches you how decrease procrastination and increase persistence.
Study Skills Guide
Effective study methods: What works and what doesn't work
Time Management Guide
Talks about the best way to split up your time and finding a balance between your student and personal life
Working in a Group and Why it's Helpful
Why working with others is effective, and skills you can gain through group work.

Organizations

Center for Student Success Staff

JOY STRICKLAND

Assistant Vice President of Student Success & Retention
740-397-9000, Ext. 4281
joy.strickland@mvnu.edu

LEE CHAMBERS

Director of Student Success
Nease Institute Director
740-397-9000, Ext. 4612
lee.chambers@mvnu.edu

DEANNA SHIRA-TACKETT

Accessibility Services Coordinator
740-397-9000, Ext. 4280
deanna.shira@mvnu.edu

KATIE RHODES

Student Success and Accessibilities Coach
740-397-9000, Ext. 4283
katie.rhodes@mvnu.edu

PRISCILLA MILLS

Academic Enrichment Coordinator
Director of the Writing Lab
740-397-9000, Ext. 4282
priscilla.mills@mvnu.edu

SHAE MOWRY

Student Success and Testing Specialist
740-397-9000, Ext. 4287
shae.mowry@mvnu.edu

Guide for First-Generation Students: First-Generation Student Resource Guide

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