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Do you identify as an Appalachian person? If so, in what ways?

How does Virginia Tech accommodate or recognize your Appalachian identity?

Do you mind sharing advantages of being a first generation Appalachian student?

Are there disadvantages you would associate with being a first generation Appalachian student, such as learning, social, or financial?

Have you attended a previous school which successfully included first generation and/or Appalachian students? What accommodations did the institution make for Appalachian students in areas of social events, mentoring, or programming? Were there others?

Have you experienced intimidation or discrimination at Virginia Tech based on markers of your Appalachian identity, such as your speech? If so, what happened?

Do you have suggestions for improving the climate at Virginia Tech for first generation students from the region?

What is your greatest difficulty as a first generation Appalachian student?

Would you be interested in sharing your stories and concerns through a focus group in the near future? The focus group should take no more than an hour of your time and will provide vital feedback for the project. You will remain confidential, as well as your answers, throughout the project.