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F1RST-Gen Shocker Friday: Elaine Bernstorf

What is a first-gen student? A first-generation college student is defined as a student whose parents/legal guardians have not completed a bachelor’s degree — a student who is the first person in their immediate family to attend a four-year college or university to attain a bachelor’s degree. FORM-A-LINE: Become a subcommittee member of FGCC. The…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/06/29/f1rst-gen-shocker-friday-elaine-bernstorf/

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F1RST-Gen Friday: Alondra Aguilera

Focus on first-gen: This week we highlight Alondra Aguilera, PreK-12 Spanish Education major, minor in music. How does it feel to be the first member of your family to attend college? Being the first person in my family to go to college can be hard, especially because my parents had to immigrate here from México. I have had to figure out how to navigate…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/04/28/f1rst-gen-friday-alondra-aguilera/

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F1RST-Gen Friday: Deltha Q. Colvin

This week as TRIO celebrates, National TRIO Week, the First-Gen Coordinating Council (FGCC) is honored to feature Deltha Q. Colvin, associate vice president for the Office of Special Programs in the Division of Strategic Engagement and Planning. Colvin was a graduate of the Upward Bound program at WSU— the first TRIO program established at Wichita State — 55…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/02/24/f1rst-gen-friday-deltha-q-colvin/

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TRIO programs connect first-gen, limited-income students with vital education support systems || Wichita State News

TRIO programs connect first-gen, limited-income students with vital education support systems WSU Strategic Communications 09/08/2020 07:13:50 AM Sept. 8, 2020 — The U.S. Department of Education has awarded two of Wichita State University’s TRIO programs — Student Support Services (SSS) and Disability Support Services (DSS) — grants totaling more than $3.9…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2020/09-sept/TRIO_7.php

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How First-Gen Students Thrive As Shockers

How First-Gen Students Thrive As Shockers Elsie Hernandez 07/07/2023 09:28:39 AM First-generation college students make up a large portion of Wichita State's population. As such, it is important to share some valuable tips and suggestions for students to find success. Nearly half of the student population at Wichita State identifies as first-generation. What…

https://www.wichita.edu/admissions/undergraduate/blog/2023/07_07_First_Gen_Tips.php

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First-gen student takes part in global leadership program | Wichita State News

First-gen student takes part in global leadership program Kayla Deines, marketing intern 11/14/2019 04:14:32 PM Nov. 14, 2019 -- Junior business management major Maribel Sanchez is taking full advantage of the opportunities provided by Wichita State. She is a first-generation student, Gore Scholar, studied abroad in the Netherlands this past summer and was…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2019/11-nov/maribel_sanchez_1.php

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First-gen student finds reassurance in career through WSU

First-gen student finds reassurance in career through WSU Reyane Alfraih 11/26/2018 02:39:07 PM Nov 26, 2018 -- Wichita State strategic communications major and first-generation student Seth Crawford always knew that he was meant to go to college. This is the first bullet. Use what you need and delete the rest. This is the second bullet This is the third…

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First-gen student finds opportunity in adversity

First-gen student discovers opportunity in adversity Seth Crawford 11/13/2018 12:21:53 PM Nov. 13, 2018 -- Jaci Ignudo, a senior graphic design major, explains what it's like being a first-generation student. This is the first bullet. Use what you need and delete the rest. This is the second bullet This is the third bullet This is the fourth bullet This is…

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Personal experiences inspire first-gen grad to pursue career in physical therapy

Personal experiences inspire first-gen grad to pursue career in physical therapy Kayla Deines, marketing intern 06/25/2019 11:49:05 AM June 19, 2019 - Cayleigh Beshears, a recent graduate of the Doctor of Physical Therapy program, has let her circumstances guide her, but never define her. Cayleigh Beshears recently completed the Doctor of Physical Therapy…

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First-gen student receives life-changing scholarship — here's how he did it

First-gen student receives life-changing scholarship — here's how he did it Tessa Karbowski, Strategic Communications Intern 11/24/2021 11:40:29 AM Nov. 24, 2021 – It was a bright and sunny afternoon in August 2021 when Pedro Piña-Guerrero received a call that would change his life: He had won the Adelante Scholarship to attend Wichita State University. This…

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F1RST-Gen Shocker Friday: Crystal Dozier

What is a first-gen student? A first-generation college student is defined as a student whose parents/legal guardians have not completed a bachelor’s degree. A student that is the first person in their immediate family to attend a four-year college/university to attain a bachelor’s degree. The First Friday with F1RST-Gen will be held at 11:30 a.m. today,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/02/f1rst-gen-shocker-friday-crystal-dozier/

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Advance your career in the gen AI era with master’s program

Graduating seniors, advance your career opportunities with the Master of Education in Learning and Instructional Design (MEd LID) at WSU. Regardless of your bachelor’s degree, this flexible, student-centered program allows you to enhance your expertise in your field while gaining in-demand skills in instructional design. To keep pace with current…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/13/advance-your-career-in-the-gen-ai-era-with-masters-program/

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Faculty and staff invited to participate in Walk & Talks with first-gen Shockers for National First-Generation Celebration Week

Faculty and staff are invited to sign up to participate in the Walk & Talk program all day Wednesday, Nov. 6 as part of National First-Generation College Celebration Week. Faculty and staff are invited to sign up to participate in this experience, in which first-gen Shockers will be invited to sign up to walk and talk with a faculty or staff member to learn …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/10/28/faculty-and-staff-invited-to-participate-in-walk-talks-with-first-gen-shockers-for-national-first-generation-celebration-week/

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Spring course spotlight: Round out your gen-ed courses with Wicked: Perspectives from Oz

Consider this your chance to defy gravity academically. Dive into power, identity and perspective through the lens of Wicked in Wicked: Perspectives from Oz (FYPF 102B), CRN: 24324. If you started after fall 2024, this course can fill Bucket 7 for General Education.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/06/spring-course-spotlight-round-out-your-gen-ed-courses-with-wicked-perspectives-from-oz-2/

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Spring course spotlight: Round out your gen-ed courses with Wicked: Perspectives from Oz

Consider this your chance to defy gravity academically. Dive into power, identity and perspective through the lens of Wicked in Wicked: Perspectives from Oz (FYPF 102B), CRN: 24324. If you started after fall 2024, this course can fill Bucket 7 for General Education.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/12/09/spring-course-spotlight-round-out-your-gen-ed-courses-with-wicked-perspectives-from-oz/

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F1RST-gen Shocker Friday: Zachary Brown

What is a first-gen student? A first-generation college student is defined as a student whose parents or legal guardians have not completed a bachelor’s degree. A student who is the first person in their immediate family to attend a four-year college or university to attain a bachelor’s degree. FOCUS ON FIRST-GEN: This week we highlight Zachary Brown, W.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/05/05/f1rst-gen-shocker-friday-zachary-brown/

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F1RST-Gen Friday: Quang Nguyen

What is a first-gen student? A first-generation college student is defined as a student whose parent(s) or legal guardian(s) have not completed a bachelor’s degree. A student who is the first person in their immediate family to attend a four-year college/university to attain a bachelor’s degree. Focus on first-gen: This week we highlight Quang Nguyen,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/12/f1rst-gen-friday-quang-nguyen/

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F1RST-Gen Shocker Friday: Anne Marie Brown

What is a first-gen Student? A first-generation college student is defined as a student whose parents or legal guardians have not completed a bachelor’s degree. A student who is the first person in their immediate family to attend a four-year college or university to attain a bachelor’s degree. FORM-A-LINE: Become a subcommittee member of FGCC. The…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/07/08/f1rst-gen-shocker-friday-anne-marie-brown/

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F1RST-Gen Shocker Friday: Carrie Wyatt

What is a first-gen student? A first-generation college student is defined as a student whose parents/legal guardians have not completed a bachelor’s degree — a student who is the first person in their immediate family to attend a four-year college or university to attain a bachelor’s degree. FORM-A-LINE: Become a subcommittee member of FGCC. The…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/06/23/f1rst-gen-shocker-friday-carrie-wyatt/

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Spotlight on Summer: Theatre & Dance Gen Ed Courses Students Will Love

Help students make the most of their summer by sharing these engaging general education opportunities from the School of Performing Arts: Theatre Appreciation: Theatre Unlocked – Dive into the world of live performance, from script to spotlight. Watch, discuss and see how theatre works its magic.THEA143, online, CRN 30432THEA143, in-person, June 2-28, CRN…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/25/spotlight-on-summer-theatre-dance-gen-ed-courses-students-will-love/