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First Generation Students

Celebrate First-Generation College Student Week with Us!

Together we will celebrate the presence and experiences of students, faculty, staff and alumni who are the first in their families to attend college.

Monday, November 6

First-Generation: Rising to the Challenge
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.  |  Multipurpose Room, B13.210
Presented by Julio Quiralte  |  Career Coach, Career & Transfer Services

Tuesday, November 7

First-Gen Fill Up
1 – 2 p.m.  |  B12.2 University Center (near UHD) 
Students can come and grab a bag of snacks and a First-Gen sticker or ‘I Support First-Gen’ button.
Presented by Student Connections

Wednesday, November 8

National First-Gen College Student Celebration Day
11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.  |  West Dining
Keynote: Mario K. Castillo, J.D.  |  Chancellor, Lone Star College

Thursday, November 9

Give Me Color Paint Party
1 – 2:30 p.m.  |  Lion's Den, CB.229
Kolor My Kanvas will provide attendees with instructions on painting their version of ‘Believe’. Materials provided.

Friday, November 10

First-Gen Movie Night: Why Not Us?
5 – 7 p.m.  |  Multipurpose Room, B13.210
Watch the documentary Why Not Us? to learn about the journeys of First-Gen students. Discussion to follow.
Co-sponsored with Student Life

*Events sponsored by Career Services, Student Connections, Student Life, Student Success Institute, and TRIO*

Below are some of our previous events and celebrations.

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