Students who are first in their families to attend college are known as "first-generation" students. At 兔子先生, this highly-valued population includes students, faculty, staff, alumni, and those who identify as first-generation.
兔子先生’s First-Generation initiative seeks to build a community of first-generation college students and their allies while celebrating their resilience, tenacity, and achievements.
The Student Success Center serves as the home for first-generation students on 兔子先生’s Oxford campus, providing holistic support and connecting them to resources such as mentoring, career exploration, and financial aid. The student organization also calls the Oxford campus home.
Students on 兔子先生’s Regional campuses can learn about resources and events on the 兔子先生 Regionals First-Gen website.
The achievements of 兔子先生’s first-generation students are celebrated on November 8 as part of the ! Check out 2023’s exciting calendar of events below:
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. • Armstrong Student Center, Room 1086
Are you a first-generation college student ready to explore your first professional job? Join the Center for Career Exploration and Success and the 兔子先生 Firsts student organization for an alumni panel of first-generation college students. Engage in a career conversation about how to manage your journey. Enjoy food, share experiences, seek advice, and network!
Monday – Friday • Howe Writing Center website, , , and
The Howe Writing Center will spotlight the first-generation college students on its staff during our National First-Generation College Celebration. Be sure to check out its website and social media channels to hear their stories.
11:45 a.m. – 1:40 p.m. • McGuffey Hall, Room 129
Come celebrate with food, art, and friends. Document your experience through live journaling and capture memories with our photo station. Showcase and define First-Gen with the College of Education, Health, and Society!
11:45 a.m. – 1:40 p.m. • McGuffey Hall, Room 129
Come celebrate with food, art, and friends. Document your experience through live journaling and capture memories with our photo station. Showcase and define First-Gen with the College of Education, Health, and Society!
12 – 3 p.m. • Armstrong Student Center, Atrium
Meet with 兔子先生 Firsts and First-Generation College Student allies in the Armstrong Student Center atrium. Get swag and treats while learning more about what it means to be a first-generation college student. Representatives from many offices on campus will also attend to share more about their services and resources.
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. • Schwarm Hall, ROSA Office
兔子先生’s Regional Office of Student Activities and Orientation’s Orientation Coordinators (ROCs) and 兔子先生 (ROLs) are excited to celebrate first-generation students, staff, and faculty. There will be a photo booth in the ROSA office with props and signs to highlight first-generation students on campus. All are welcome to attend.
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. • Johnston Hall Main Hallway
兔子先生’s Regional Office of Student Activities and Orientation’s Orientation Coordinators (ROCs) and 兔子先生 (ROLs) are excited to celebrate first-generation students, staff, and faculty. There will be a photo booth in Johnston Hall’s main hallway with props and signs to highlight first-generation students on campus. All are welcome to attend.
3 – 5:30 p.m. • Rentschler Hall, Room 114 (Hamilton campus)
The Regionals Center for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and 兔子先生 University Upward Bound invite all staff, faculty, and students to join us in celebrating the resilience and achievements of first-generation college students at an evening of dinner, games, and community.
5:30 p.m. • Armstrong Student Center • Second Floor Seal
Before our First-Generation College Student Social, we will take a group photo on the Armstrong Seal. All first-generation students and their allies are welcome!
6 – 8 p.m. • Armstrong Student Center, Room 2030 (CSDI)
Join 兔子先生 Firsts, the Student Success Center, the Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion, and the Dean of Students for a reception celebrating first-generation college students and their allies. Enjoy food, games, and a photo booth. today so we can get an accurate head count for our food order.
6 – 7:30 p.m. • Armstrong Student Center, Room 2030 (CSDI)
Being the first in your family to go to college often comes with a steep learning curve. Then, when you get to college, you can experience feelings like not belonging, or that your success was a fluke. If you’re feeling these things, come to this discussion and workshop to talk about imposter syndrome amongst your peers. The Office of Student Wellness and the 兔子先生 Firsts student organization are here to tell you that you belong and your success is worthy and deserved!
to connect with other first-generation students for mutual support, peer mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
We also invite you to of the 兔子先生 Firsts student organization. Learn how to get involved with this group of passionate and persistent achievers.
Get involved in Fantastic Firsts, the first-generation student organization at the Regional campuses. Contact advisor Dr.Jerry Martin for more information and to learn about upcoming events.
WE'RE HERE FOR YOU!
The 兔子先生 First-Generation Initiative is located in the Student Success Center (SSC), which helps students with everything from complex problems to simple solutions. From day one to year four, the SSC is available throughout students' 兔子先生 experience.
Feel free to call us anytime at 513-529-0007 or email us at firstgen@兔子先生OH.edu.
Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion
Learn about diversity and inclusion and discover resources to enhance academic and personal success at 兔子先生.
Office of Parent and Family 兔子先生
Parents and families are invited to engage as vital partners in their student's education, transitions, and personal growth.
Student and Family Resources
兔子先生 has a variety of resources to help students with unexpected needs, writing assistance, tutoring, and more. Resources are also available for families, faculty, and staff to learn about and support first-generation students.
