Empowering first-generation college students to remain and excel in college while building confidence for their future.
12/12/2021
FINALLY, your new President, Shelby!
“My name is Shelby Ballard and I'm a Sophomore
majoring in Educational Neuroscience with a
minor in Psychology. A fun fact about me is that I
have a corgi!”
Shelby, you will be amazing in this role. We can’t wait to see the new direction you take First Fellows in!
12/10/2021
Today’s spotlight is Suzie Malone, our new Vice President!!
Here’s what she has to say:
“Hi everyone!!! I am currently a sophomore from Tuscaloosa, majoring in Chemistry on the Pre-Dental track with a minor in General Business. A few of the other organizations I enjoy being involved in are the Pre-Dental Society, SWIM, Chi Omega fraternity, and AEΔ Honor Society! I also enjoy being outdoors, cooking, and practicing calligraphy. A fun fact about me is that my great grandmother is one of 27 children so I have a huge family!!😆
I am so honored and thrilled to have the opportunity to serve this organization and look forward to what all this next year has to offer!🤩”
12/07/2021
Today’s exec member to be introduced is A’Nya Hester, our new Secretary!
Let’s get to know A’Nya:
“Hello everyone! My name is A’Nya Hester and I am excited to be a part of the Executive Board for First Fellows. Just a little bit about myself, I am from Birmingham, Alabama, and I am currently a junior in the Multiple Abilities Program here at UA! A fun fact about me… I’m afraid of balloons, if I see one, I’m going the other way.”
A’Nya, will be better because of your involvement! Cheering you on every day of your term of service 🤩
12/06/2021
Next - Brooke Elder!
Join us in welcoming Brooke as our new Co-Director of Professional and Faculty/Alumni Engagement.
“My name is Brooke Elder, and I’m a junior majoring in Biology on the Pre-Med track! An interesting fact is that I got to serve this year as a leader of the Million Dollar Band Clarinet section!
Brooke, we can’t wait to see how you impact 🎉🎉
11/30/2021
Another day, another new exec member!
Here’s Maddie Wilson, our incoming Treasurer:
“hey y’all!! My name is Maddie Wilson, and I am a senior studying advertising and communication studies. Around campus I am involved in AdFed, Crimson Racing, and work at Lavish Tuscaloosa. Outside of work and school you can find me loving on my cats and watching Netflix. An interesting fact about me is that my sister Meagan Wilson ( we love .cynthia ) is one of the founders of First Fellows. So excited to represent the first-gen community in this new role as First Fellows’ 2022 Treasurer!”
11/30/2021
Today is the first day of our Exec Takeover🤩 Tune in all week as we introduce our new executive board for the organization.
First up, Tori Myers! She is one of our new Co-Directors of Professional and Faculty/Alumni Engagement!
Let’s hear her introduce herself:
“I'm currenly a sophomore majoring in Political Science and minoring in interdisciplinary environmental studies and American Stuides on the Pre-Law track. A fun fact about me is that I'm adopted!”
Tori, we can’t wait to see all of your hard work as you help take UA First Fellows to the next level. We are so proud of you!
11/25/2021
Happy Thanksgiving!! We’re so thankful for our members, the First-Gen community, UA, and so much more!
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Let us know what you’re thankful for!
Introducing you new exec team!! Stay tuned for exec roll out to meet each member!! 🥳🥳
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Wish them the best in the comments! 🤩
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10/30/2021
APPLY TODAY! Application closes November 10!🤩🤩
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Tag someone who’d make a great exec member!! 🥳
10/30/2021
Should we say anything more?! You don’t want to miss this powerhouse panel!
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DM for link! November 10th at 6pm via Zoom!
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