{"id":177,"date":"2023-11-07T16:27:04","date_gmt":"2023-11-07T21:27:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/?p=177"},"modified":"2023-11-09T11:16:13","modified_gmt":"2023-11-09T16:16:13","slug":"5-success-tips-for-first-generation-college-students","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/2023\/11\/5-success-tips-for-first-generation-college-students\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Success Tips for First-Generation College Students"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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What’s So Important About First-Generation College Celebration Day?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Do you know about 43 percent of Miami Regionals E-Campus students are first-generation college students?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Miami students whose parent(s) or guardian(s) has (have) not completed a bachelor\u2019s degree are known as “first-generation” college students. Miami University Regionals recognizes all first-generation college students, faculty, staff, and alumni in honor of National First-Generation College Celebration (NFGCC) Day<\/a>. First-generation college students are an essential part of our community; we celebrate NFGCC annually on Nov. 8. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn about virtual and in-person events to make the most of this special day. If you\u2019re not a first-generation student, you will still find helpful tips for having a successful college experience, and you can encourage your peers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Get Help from Your Advisors and Others <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your advisors want you to be successful. They are a valuable resource to help you choose your schedule, answer questions about majors and minors, and help you achieve your goals. Schedule an appointment online<\/a>, email<\/a>, call, or visit in person. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Not sure who your advisor is or how to contact them? Follow these steps: <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Log in to myMiami<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Search \u201cWho is my academic advisor?\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. You should see the “Academic Advising” graphic card\/box.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Click the heart icon to add this to your Favorites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Click this option to find information about your assigned academic advisor.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. If you need help, please call Regionals Advising at 513-727-3440 or email RegAdvising@MiamiOH.edu<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    Pro tip: Smart people get the help they need.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    If there\u2019s something you don\u2019t know, ask! Keep asking questions until you get referred to the right office or person and get an answer. Faculty and staff are here to help you, and they want to support you. Other students may also be a good resource. Being in college is all about learning\u2013beyond what happens in the classroom.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    2. Don\u2019t Let \u201cImposter Syndrome\u201d Get You Down<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    According to EveryDayHealth.com<\/a>, \u201cImposter Syndrome\u201d may be characterized as “feeling like an intellectual fake… It\u2019s marked by persistent self-doubt and, often, a fear of being exposed as a fraud…” In the context of college, you may sense that you\u2019re pretending to be a college student and experiencing feelings of not belonging. This idea isn\u2019t true\u2013you belong here as much as anyone else. If you have difficulty believing in yourself or that you won\u2019t succeed with Miami Regionals, please talk to a friend, your advisor, or a trusted faculty or staff member. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Pro tip: Free mental health counseling is available to all students.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Contact Student Counseling Services<\/a>, or call (513) 727-3431. They are an excellent resource and are here for you!<\/p>\n<\/div>

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    3.  Be Patient with Yourself<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Growth and learning involve experiencing new adventures. Anything new and worth doing takes time to figure out. Whether you\u2019re 18 or returning to your education after taking time away, THIS is the right time for you, so enjoy the journey. When you face challenges, get some help, figure it out, and move on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Some perspective to think about: If you\u2019re dwelling on a mistake, will it matter in\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n