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Empowering First-Generation Student Success
The First-Generation Center (FGC) supports first-generation students at Governors State University by promoting equitable access to resources that foster academic success, personal growth, and professional development. We cultivate an inclusive community that values students’ unique identities and experiences while empowering them to thrive, lead, and become advocates for future generations.
Who We Serve
All current GovState students whose parents or legal guardians have not earned at least a Bachelor's Degree.
What We Offer
- On-campus support system for first-generation GovState Students
- Academic skill support
- Student Advocacy
- Peer-to-peer guidance through mentoring
- Programming to promote the success of first-generation college students at GovState
Contact Us
First Generation Center
- Office Location: C1321
- Monday-Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- 708-235-3300
- firstgen@govst.edu
Resources for First Gen Students
First Gen Fund
Resource and advocacy organization focused on financial support and community-building for first-gen students.
America Needs You
Nonprofit providing deep mentorship and career development programs tailored to first-generation students.
First Gen Forward Network (NASPA & Suder Foundation)
National initiative helping institutions support first-generation student success; includes research, programs, and institutional resources.
First Gen Scholars
Organization supporting first-generation, low-income students through college admissions and persistence.
First-Generation College Scholarships (Scholarships.com)
Comprehensive list of scholarship opportunities targeted to first-generation college students.
“The Ultimate First-Generation Scholarship List” (The Scholarship System Blog)
Extended scholarship options and definitions to help students identify relevant opportunities.
First-Generation and Low-Income (FGLI) Resource Center — College Essay Guy
Guides for college exploration, application strategy, and financial planning.
CollectiveSuccess Resource Hub
A collection of supports spanning academic success, career exploration, and well-being for first-generation/low-income students.
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Contact Us
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- 1 University Parkway, University Park,IL, 60484-0975
- 708-534-5000
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