Date Created

1-2021

Abstract

Although extensive research has looked at first-generation college students’ experiences, very little has examined the role of the library. This article reports the results of an asset-based exploratory study understanding the experiences of first-generation college students at three universities. Key findings of this study focus on themes of self-advocacy, sense of belonging, library customization, and integration of the library with the larger campus. This article discusses these key themes in the context of improving library services and spaces, ultimately providing more inclusive resources for all student groups. Implications and recommendations for professional practice are discussed.

Publication Title

portal: Libraries and the Academy

Document Type

Article

Volume

21

Issue

1

First Page

127

Last Page

147

DOI

10.1353/pla.2021.0009

Keywords

First-generation; college; library; asset-based; services; spaces

Rights Statement

Copyright © 2021 Johns Hopkins University Press. This article first appeared in portal: Libraries and the Academy, Volume 21, Issue 1, January, 2021, pages 127-147.

Digital Origin

Born digital

Publisher

Johns Hopkins University Press

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