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Final week to pick up first-gen graduation cord

FIRST Generation Coordinating Council and First-Generation Student Organization will distribute free gold and white cords for first-generation graduates to wear at the May 14 commencement ceremony. at the following times and dates at the Ablah Library Circulation Desk: 7:30 a.m.-10 p.m. May 9-12 8 a.m.-5 p.m. May 13 Invitations have already been sent to…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/05/02/pick-up-first-gen-graduation-cord/

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F1RST-Gen Friday: Alondra Aguilera

This week for F1RST-Gen Friday, Alondra Aguilera — a Wichita native, preK-12 Spanish education major and minoring in music — shares her story of being first-gen. 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…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/07/12/f1rst-gen-friday-alondra-aguilera-2/

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WSU recognized for its focus on first-gen Shockers

University Business recently featured an article acknowledging Wichita States efforts to meet the needs of first-generation students, with many of the initiatives made by the First-Generation Coordinating Council (FGCC). The FGCC is composed of Wichita State individuals who are involved in first-gen efforts that support current university activities, explore…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/12/08/wsu-recognized-for-its-focus-on-first-gen-shockers/

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WSU celebrates F1rst-Gen Shockers

Wichita State is excited to host its annual university-wide F1rst-gen College Celebration elevating and honoring first-gen undergraduate, graduate, staff, faculty and administration beginning Nov. 7-25. More than 45% of the student body at Wichita State are first-gen students. We celebrate the Shocker F1rst as they are the first in their family to attend…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/01/wsu-celebrates-f1rst-gen-shockers/

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First-gen students can join Fairmount College for coffee, cocoa, cookies and conversation

First-generation students are invited to coffee, cocoa and conversation with the Fairmount College Student Advisory Council, Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences dean’s office personnel, faculty, staff, students or anyone who supports student success as a Shocker is welcome. The come-and-go event is from 9 a.m. to noon Friday, Nov. 15 in 200…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/11/11/first-gen-students-can-join-fairmount-college-for-coffee-cocoa-cookies-and-conversation/

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First-Year Advising

Get in touch with OneStop Student Services. Contact Us First-Year Advising exists within the OneStop Student Services Office to provide students with a single connection to multiple campus resources. Our advisors are trained to assist with Admissions, Academic Advising, Financial Aid, Registration, and Student Accounts. OneStop Student Services Website…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/firstyear/index.php

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Nationally recognized speaker visiting WSU to speak with first-gen students about attaining career success in college and beyond

Friday, March 1, One of the most transformational speakers in the nation will be visiting Wichita State University to talk with first-generation students about the keys to attaining career success in college and beyond from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, March 1 in the CAC Theater. With one study revealing that more than 50% of college graduates are either…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/02/28/nationally-recognized-speaker-visiting-wsu-to-speak-with-first-gen-students-about-attaining-career-success-in-college-and-beyond/

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FIRST Generation Coordinating Council

Creating an Awareness & Celebration The F1RST Generation Coordinating Council (FGCC) collaborates with those who promote research, awareness and mentorship in order to further support FGEN Shockers at Wichita State University. The Council’s work includes Creating awareness related to the needs and success of this special population. Encouraging involvement…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/firstgen/firstgen_coordinating_council-1.php

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Join First-Gen Student Organization for a spooky study night

The First-Generation Student Organization’s next general meeting is from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 10 in 266 Rhatigan Student Center, Pike Room. The meeting will be a study night/social and there will be an ice cream bar for attendees at no additional charge. Get homework or other tasks done in the company of students from similar backgrounds. All WSU…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/09/join-first-gen-student-organization-for-a-spooky-study-night/

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First-gen students invited to Coffee, Cocoa and Conversation

First-generation students in Fairmount College are invited for Coffee, Cocoa and Conversation with Dr. Brien Bolin, associate dean of Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and faculty and staff interested in helping you succeed as a Shocker. This come-and-go event is from 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov 30 in the Dean’s Office Boardroom, 200 Lindquist…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/11/29/first-gen-students-invited-to-coffee-cocoa-and-conversation/

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Are you a first-gen student?

If neither of your parents or legal guardians have four-year degrees, you are a first-generation student and are among more than 40% of students at Wichita State. We are proud of the services and care we offer to our first-generation students and encourage you to check out the numerous services offered in collaboration with the First-Generation Coordinating …

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/13/first-in-your-family-to-earn-four-year-degree/

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

…the Adelante Scholarship to attend Wichita State University. In the background, he could hear his mom squealing. As the phone call ended, Pedro knew he was about to become the first in his family to earn a college degree.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/29/first-gen-student-receives-life-changing-scholarship-heres-how-he-did-it/

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F1RST-Gen Friday: Trang Bui

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 Trang Bui, M.Ed.…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/12/02/f1rst-gen-friday-trang-bui/

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F1RST-Gen Friday: Dr. Gary Brooking

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 and students who are the first person in their immediate families to attend a four-year college or university to attain a bachelor’s degree. Faculty and staff help spread the word, there is an…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/23/f1rst-gen-friday-dr-gary-brooking/

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F1RST-Gen Friday: Ana Guadalupe Lazarín

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 and students who are the first person in their immediate families to attend a four-year college or university to attain a bachelor’s degree. Faculty and staff help spread the word, the all-call for…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/16/f1rst-gen-friday-ana-guadalupe-lazarin/

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Welcome to the First-Generation Student Organization (FGSO)

F1RST-GEN Cords Available FGSO is a recognized student organization serving as a platform to meet, share experiences and advocate for First-Gen Shockers on campus. JOIN FGSO 1st-Gen Events & Program Updates F1RST-GEN SHOCKER T-Shirt $12 first gen,first-gen student,First,FGSO News Content Here

https://www.wichita.edu/services/firstgen/FGSO_Main.php

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F1RST-Gen Friday: Jacob Mendez

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 Jacob Mendez,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/18/f1rst-gen-jacob-mendez/

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F1RST-Gen Friday: Natanya Ordoñez

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. First-gen students are encouraged to sign up to join the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/02/08/f1rst-gen-friday-natanya-ordonez/

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F1RST-Gen Friday: Dan Close

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 Dan Close, associate…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/21/f1rst-gen-friday-dan-close/

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F1RST-Gen Friday: Marco Hernandez

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 Marco Hernandez,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/01/27/f1rst-gen-friday-marco-hernandez/