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Examining the Needs of First-Generation Students

Abstract

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<p>First Generation Students at Columbus State University identify as having a lack of resources that are helpful to them. This research paper analyzes the problems faced by first generation college students at Columbus State University. These needs were assessed using an electronic survey that was distributed to first generation students. The proposed goals are based around supporting the academic and social well-being of FGS at CSU. A set of strategies and tactics are proposed for reaching these goals.</p>

Degree

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Name thesis:degree_name
Communication - Communication Studies Track
Level thesis:degree_level
Thesis
Discipline thesis:degree_discipline
Communication Department
Year dc:date.available
2020

Author and committee

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Author dc:creator
  • Mayer, Ashley A
Contributors dc:contributor
  • Dr. Christopher McCollough
  • Dr. Juan Liu
  • Dr. Lisa Shaw

Subjects

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Rights

Language dc:language
English

Identifiers

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OAI identifier oai:identifier
oai:csuepress.columbusstate.edu:theses_dissertations-1402

Chain of custody

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Last updated
2026-07-24
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citation

Mayer, Ashley A. Examining the Needs of First-Generation Students. Thesis thesis, 2020. https://csuepress.columbusstate.edu/theses_dissertations/400