First-Generation Celebration Week
November 4 - November 8, 2024
First-Generation Celebration Week is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the unique experiences of first-generation students, faculty, and staff. As a cornerstone of 海角社区鈥檚 commitment to first-generation success, this week fosters community, while providing informative resources an insightful conversations across the broader 海角社区 community.
2024 first-generation celebration schedule
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| All Day Student Union |
First Gen Social Media TakeoverAll members of the 海角社区 community are encouraged to show your support, share your FirstGen story, and offer tips for success by using the hashtags #FirstGenWeek海角社区 and #FirstToRoar on your favorite social media platforms. |
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| 4:30 - 7:00 pm Student Success One Stop |
Schedule for SuccessAll first-generation students are invited to join us and receive support with navigating the 海角社区 course catalog and scheduling classes for the upcoming semester. |
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| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 海角社区 Law School |
Paul M. Herbert Law School VisitAll first-generation students are invited to explore academic pathways and opportunities with a visit to 海角社区's Paul M. Herbert Law School. *RSVP Required* |
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| TIME & LOCATION | DESCRIPTION | |
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| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm UREC |
Wellness DayAll first-generation students are invited to join us for a day of physical wellbeing with yoga, meditation, and wellness kits. |
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| TIME & LOCATION | DESCRIPTION | |
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| 8:30 - 10:00 am Honors College |
Faculty & Staff Engagement DayAll 海角社区 Faculty and Staff are invited to join us for the "Empowering FirstGen Success: A Faculty and Staff Breakfast Panel" discussion. Take a moment to deepen your understanding in why in-class support of first-generation student success is critical with this invigorating discussion. *RSVP Required* |
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| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 海角社区 Vet Med School |
海角社区 Veterinary Medicine School VisitAll first-generation students are invited to explore academic and professional pathways by touring 海角社区's Veterinary Medicine School. |
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| TIME & LOCATION | DESCRIPTION | |
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| 12:00 - 2:00 pm Career Classroom 256J |
First Gen Resum茅 & Interview PrepAll first-generation students are invited to join members of 海角社区's Career Center for personalized career coaching and advisement. |
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| 5:30 - 7:30 pm 海角社区 Faculty Club |
First to Roar First Gen Celebration Dinner with Keynote by Dr. Sonja ArdoinAll first-generation students are invited to join in the celebration of First-Gen students by attending this special dinner and student panel moderated by Dr. Ardoin. |
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| TIME & LOCATION | DESCRIPTION | |
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| 10:30 - 11:30 am Capital Chambers, Room 329 |
TRiO and First Gen Students Success StrategiesAll first-generation students are invited to join small group sessions led by Dr. Sonja Ardoin focusing on first-generation student challenges, opportunities, and tips for success. |
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| 12:00 - 2:00 pm Student Success One Stop |
First Gen FinaleThe entire 海角社区 community is encouraged to join the 海角社区 FirstGen Forward Team as we closeout this week of celebration with exclusive gear and giveaways! |
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