Gannon Goldsworthy
Residence Hall
Washington State University
Who Are First-Generation Students?
First-generation students are a growing population on college campuses across the nation, WSU included! Usually defined as students whose parents have not graduated from a four-year college or university, First-Generation students will lead their family legacy in obtaining a higher education.
WSU students living in Gannon Goldsworthy residence hall are invited to participate in a Living Learning Community called "Lead the Legacy". Lead the Legacy programming is in addition to the services provided in University housing. Participation is free, and students will have access to a variety of resources and support networks designed to help first-generation students reach their personal, academic, and career goals.
Who Runs Lead the Legacy?
Lead the Legacy is sponsored by the Office for Access, Equity, and Achievement in collaboration with WSU Housing and Residence Life. Students do not need to participate in the First Scholars Program to join Lead the Legacy.
What Is Lead the Legacy?
Lead the Legacy is a living learning community at Washington State University designed especially for first-generation college students.
Students who sign-up to live in Gannon Goldsworthy Residence Hall are invited to participate in workshops and other activities as part of the program.
Lead the Legacy will equip students who are first in their families to attend college with the skills and strategies needed to successfully navigate WSU. Students will also have opportunities to engage in academic, social, and professional experiences to optimize their own personal success.
