You are considered a first-generation college student if neither of your parents have earned a bachelor's (4 year) degree at the time you begin college.
This page is for UAFS students, staff, and faculty who are First-Gen or who fully support First-Gens.
03/24/2026
Spring Break looks different when you’re a First Gen Student and that’s something to be proud of. Whether you’re traveling, working, relaxing, or catching up, you’re still making moves toward your goals. Take tim to rest, reset, and celebrate how far you’ve come. You’ve earned it!
02/10/2026
RSVP in NUMALink! All First Gen students, staff, faculty, and supporters welcome!
02/10/2026
RSVP on NUMALink! All First Gen students, staff, faculty or supports welcome!
01/14/2026
Tomorrow is Lion Launch! Come see us for First Gen Meet and Greet during Choose Your Own Adventure from 11:20 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. in Health Science 223! We can’t wait to see you! 💙🦁
12/11/2025
Read more about Erika’s story here: https://uafs.edu/news/2025/first-generation-student-spotlight-erika-johnson.php
12/08/2025
Happy Finals Week Lions! Good Luck on your exams and study hard! 🦁💙
12/03/2025
Check out Hannah’s First Gen story at the link: https://uafs.edu/news/2025/first-generation-student-spotlight-hannah-seal.php
11/27/2025
Happy Thanksgiving from The First-Generation Student Success Committee! We are so thankful for all the students we serve🍂🍁🍗🦃
11/19/2025
Graduation is right around the corner! Make sure you’re graduation-ready by ordering your First-Gen stole today. Click the link in our bio to place your order - they are only $14!