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FGCC First Forward Institution

Get information about Wichita State, personalized for your situation Request Info Our Innovative Approach WSU Selected for First Forward Designation In May of 2019 the Center for First-Generation Student Success announced that Wichita State University was selected as one of the higher education institutions who has demonstrated a commitment to improving…

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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…

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Learn the best ways to manage your finances as a first-gen student with the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships

National First-Generation Day is just around the corner and join Shocker Financial Wellness and the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships in their “First-Gen Finances” workshop from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8 in 261 Rhatigan Student Center, Olive Room.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/01/learn-the-best-ways-to-manage-your-finances-as-a-first-gen-student-with-the-office-of-financial-aid-scholarships/

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CFA Advising celebrates Fine Arts first-gen students

Wichita State University defines a first-generation (FGEN) college student as a student whose parent(s) or legal guardian(s) have not completed a bachelor’s degree. If you are a first-generation college student within the College of Fine Arts, pick up your FGEN FREEBIE gift while supplies last 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 8 at the McKnight Art Center…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/05/cfa-advising-celebrates-fine-arts-first-gen-students/

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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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F1RST-gen grad: Get your cord

The First-Gen Coordinating Council is proud to support our first-gen graduates. We have a gift for you. We are providing a yellow and white braided cord for eligible graduates to wear on graduation day. By wearing the cord, you are celebrating your graduation as the last first-gen in your family. Those who are eligible can pick up their cords at their…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/05/05/f1rst-gen-grad-get-your-cord/

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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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F1RST Gen Shockers Art Exhibit 2026

Identity A F1RST Generation Student Seventh Annual All Media Art ExhibitMonday, November 2 - Friday, November 13 CALL FOR ARTISTS The First Generation Coordinating Council (FGCC) and the First Generation Students Organization (FGSO) invites all Wichita State University’s first-generation college students to apply and participate in our Seventh Annual All…

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Students to be celebrated at First-Gen Cord Ceremony

The First-Gen Cord Ceremony is an opportunity to give first generation students graduating this semester a cord to recognize their accomplishment. The ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. Sunday, April 30 in the CAC Theater. For more information, visit the Student Engagement, Advocacy & Leadership (SEAL) office in 216 Rhatigan Student Center.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/31/students-to-be-celebrated-at-first-gen-cord-ceremony/

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Students to be celebrated at First-Gen Cord Ceremony

The First-Gen Cord Ceremony is an opportunity to give first generation students graduating this semester a cord to recognize their accomplishment. The ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. Sunday, April 30 in the CAC Theater. For more information, visit the Student Engagement, Advocacy & Leadership (SEAL) office in 216 Rhatigan Student Center.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/04/03/students-to-be-celebrated-at-first-gen-cord-ceremony-2/

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Learn about first-gen experiences Aug. 15

The Graduate School will host a round table discussion featuring first-generation students and faculty at 3 p.m. Monday, Aug. 15 at the 266 Rhatigan Student Center. During the event, first-gen students will share their experiences attending graduate school. The round table will include first-generation faculty, members of Wichita State’s First-Generation…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/11/learn-about-first-gen-experiences-aug-15/

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Calling all first-gen students: Make your own goodie bag Feb. 27

Swing by the Rhatigan Student Center at noon Tuesday, Feb. 27 in 266 RSC, Pike Room to gather with other first-gen students and gab about life on and off campus. The event hosted by SASE is meant to bring together first-gen students on their own time.

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/25/calling-all-first-gen-students-make-your-own-goodie-bag-feb-27/

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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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Design a first day worth showing up for

Home / First Day of Class guides / Before the first day First Day of Class guide · Before the first day Design a first day worth showing up for Plan an actual first class, not just a policy reading. Students remember a first day that gave them something and forget one that only listed rules. So plan an actual class. Include a genuine welcome, a small taste…

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First Gen Day – Weekly Briefing Excerpt

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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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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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F1RST GEN SHOCKERS (FGEN)

Get information about Wichita State, personalized for your situation Request Info A first-generation (FGEN) college student is a student whose parents did not complete a baccalaureate degree. At Wichita State University, they are F1RST GEN SHOCKERS. Meet CHP's F1RST GENers Lisa Belt (Dental Hygiene) Molly Brown (Dean's Office) Marsha Compton (Dean's Office) …

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F1RST-Gen Friday: Gina Crabtree

This week for F1RST-Gen Friday, Gina Crabtree — university registrar and director of Enrollment Services — shares her story of being first-gen. How has your first-gen experience inspired you?“While I remember wishing my parents had more understanding of the issues I faced when selecting and attending college, only hindsight helped me to fully recognize the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/07/12/f1rst-gen-friday-gina-crabtree-2/