This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. English (or Language Arts) A typical English curriculum will focus on important works of British and American literature and poetry, and also will build your vocabulary,...
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Find a Mentor A huge part of creating this support network is the act of finding a mentor. Mentors are adults who can guide you with wisdom and understanding. You could have...
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Which Tests Should I Take? This is typically a personal choice for each student (although there are a few states that make the choice easier, by requiring students to take...
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Your GPA Matters When reviewing applications, one of the first things colleges look for is a student’s grade-point average (GPA). In some schools, this is calculated...
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Six Steps Toward Effective Time Management Know What You Have To Do For some people, this includes making a daily list of activities, tasks and assignment due dates. You can...
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Big changes like switching majors or transferring schools can feel very scary. The last thing you want is to learn that you’ll need another semester (or two) of...
