Abstract
The writer explores how the role of a college counselor can support and advocate for first-generation students in a way that can lead to attainable success beyond merely graduating from an institution. Research has shown that college faculty have been proven to be a significant source of aspirational, intellectual, and emotional support in a student’s college success. The role of a college counselor could be an ideal mentor and advocate for those students who may be at a disadvantage, such as a first-generation student. The specific barriers that first-generation students experience that differ from continuing-generation students are discussed. Additionally, the role of the college counselor is examined, and potential areas of advocacy efforts are discussed. Finally, the ACA advocacy competencies of students/clients are examined and key factors relevant to the college counselor and client relationship are identified.
Date of Award
Spring 5-5-2023
Document Type
Capstone Paper
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Counselor Education
First Advisor
Anquinetta V. Calhoun, Ph.D
Location
Winona, MN
Recommended Citation
LaForce, Meriel, "Success for Graduation and Beyond: College Counseling Advocacy Skills That Target the Needs of First-Generation College Students" (2023). Counselor Education Capstones. 175.
https://openriver.winona.edu/counseloreducationcapstones/175
