This guide is a companion to Columbus State's celebration of National First-Generation College Student Day, an annual event at colleges and universities across the United States.
The print books listed in this guide can be found on the third floor of the library, and are available for checkout with a photo ID.
The friendly librarians on the second floor of the library can help you locate more books and articles for further reading. Librarians also assist with research for assignments, including your citations. Drop in or chat with us online whenever the library is open!
"Don't try to do this alone--find a community to support you." Source
First-generation students are among the first in their family to attend college.
It's an honor that comes with both rewards and challenges, and Columbus State can help.
Got Support? Now you do.
Generation One Trailblazers (GOT) was created to support first-generation students at Columbus State. Services include mentoring, scholarships, and other helpful resources for navigating college. You can also connect with GOT on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.