Being the first in your family to go to college is something to be proud of! These articles explore what it means to be a first-generation student, the challenges you might face, and the strengths that help you succeed. You're not alone in your journey! Many others have shared similar experiences and found their own paths to success.
College comes with a learning curve for everyone! Especially when you're the first in your family to take this path. These articles share practical tips, tools, and advice to help you navigate college life, use your campus resources, and make the most of your Mizzou experience.
First-generation students thrive when they feel seen, supported, and understood. This section highlights ways faculty, staff, and peers can help create welcoming learning environments and strong support networks. These resources are also helpful for students who want to know what good support can look like because you deserve to learn and grow in spaces where you are respected and value.
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College can bring a lot of emotions - excitement, stress, pride, confusion, and everything in between. It's completely normal to feel unsure or overwhelmed sometimes, especially when you're the first in your family to take this path. This section shares resources to help you care for your mental wellbeing, build confidence, and find the spaces and people who make you feel like you belong. You deserve to be here, and you don't have to figure things out alone.
