In the course of educational expansion, student populations have become more diverse.
This paper represents an international literature review on the topic of first-generation …

Critical Autoethnography: Intersecting Cultural Identities in Everyday Life, Second Edition,
examines the development of the field of critical autoethnography through the lens of social …

With increasing college access rates of underrepresented populations in recent years, first-
generation college students (FGCSs), those who are the first in their family to attend college …

This mixed‐method longitudinal study investigated the role of identity synthesis and
emotional support from family, friends, and professors in emerging adults' mental health …

The experiences of first-generation college students (FGCS) are marked by high levels of
stress and uncertainty as they navigate the transition to college. This study uses the …

First-generation college students have received considerable attention in education
research, yet there is still much that is unknown about their unique college experiences. This …

The current study examined the memorable messages first-generation college students
received from their on-campus mentors about college and family. Accordingly, 30 first …

Latinx first-generation college students (FGCS) are a growing population faced with unique
challenges for college retention and graduation. Because their parents did not attend …

First-generation college (FGC) students often encounter a campus environment and set of
norms that are substantially different from those they previously experienced. Although the …

Community colleges have long been recognized as pivotal institutions for broadening
educational opportunity for a variety of marginalized populations, including first-generation …