First-Generation Week

NOVEMBER 2 - 6

UF First-Gen Week is a series of events dedicated to celebrating and supporting first-generation college students—those whose parents did not complete a four-year college degree. This annual event includes workshops, networking opportunities, social events, and resources aimed at recognizing their achievements and addressing their unique challenges.

History of First-Gen Week

The University of Florida has long celebrated first-generation college students. In 2018, the Division of Student Life decided to elevate this national event. Each year on November 8, university units commemorate first-generation students on the anniversary of the 1965 Higher Education Act, which provided grants, loans, and resources to support their education.

Events & Activities

UF Library Student Success Passport

11/2 - 11/6
Visit UF libraries to pick up a Library Student Success Passport to take to library workshops, events, exhibits and activities happening during First-Gen Week. Complete the required number of activities to earn a prize while building skills and connecting with on-campus resources!

Two students connect with a staff member at a information table.

FAFSA
Extravaganza

11/2 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Reitz Union, Ground Floor

A student writing an encouraging message on a white board outside.

Chalk the Walk

11/2 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Reitz Union, Tabling Area

A group poses for a picture behind a poster full of words that describe first-gen students.

Why I'm First

11/2 | 11:30 a.m. -
1:30 p.m.
Reitz Union, Tabling Area

McNair Scholars Program Open House

11/2 | 5:30 - 7 p.m.
CSE 365

The Humane Society Service Learning Day

11/3 | 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Reitz Union Circle
Register Here

First-Gen Charm Bar

11/3 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Reitz Union Tabling Area

Two students pose for a photo making a #1 hand sign.

1's Up: Celebrate Your First-Gen Journey

11/3 | 11:30 a.m. -
1:30 p.m.
Reitz Union, Tabling Area

Ask An Advisor Anything

11/3 | 1:45 - 4:30 p.m.
CSE 302

Student doing an interview in front of a green balloon arch.

Student Success Panel

11/3 | 6 - 7 p.m.
C3 Innovation Room

A group of students do the gator chomp behind a table.

Grateful Gator Day

11/4 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Plaza of Americas

Three students doing research together in a library.

Research Smarter, No Matter Your Major

11/4 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Online
Register Here

First-Gen Week C3 Takeover

11/4 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Career Connections Center (C3)

Wellness First-Gen Reset Room

11/4 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
C3 Innovation Room

Three students talking to each other in Turlington Plaza.

First, Not Alone

11/4 | 11:45 - 1 p.m.
Reitz Union, Room 2210
Register Here

Two students sitting on a bench outside working on a computer.

Academic Identity: Your Compass and Journey

11/4 | 2:45 - 3:45 p.m.
CSE 331

Two students showing their Gator Pride while smiling and doing the Gator Chomp outside.

First-Gen First Down Tailgate

11/4 | 4 - 6 p.m.
Murphree Common Area
Register Here

A student in professional wear pulling a document out of a folder.

Fall Research Symposium

11/4 | 5 - 7 p.m.
Reitz Union, Grand Ballroom

Smathers Library Investi-gator Tour

11/5 | 10 - 11 a.m.
Smathers, Room 100
Register Here

First-Gen Picnic

11/5 | 11:30 a.m. -
1:30 p.m.
Reitz Union, North Lawn

Camp Geeky Gator

11/5 | 2 - 4 p.m.
Library West, Room 212

A student pointing to the First-Gen Gator design on their t-shirt.

First-Gen Fridays

11/6 | 1 - 4 p.m.
C3 Innovation Room

National Pan-Hellenic Council SET Friday

11/6 | 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Turlington Plaza

Three students smiling in green First-Gen Florida Gator shirts.

First-Generation Success Showcase

11/6 | 6 - 8:30 p.m.
Reitz Union, Auditorium

GatorNights

11/6 | 7 - 10 p.m.
Reitz Union, Rion Ballroom

Learn about other first-gen events happening around campus by visiting calendar.ufl.edu.

FIND EVENTS

Share Your First-Gen Story

Students, alumni, faculty and staff, share your first-generation success story with current students!

SHARE YOUR STORY

Frequently Asked Questions

These events are brought to you by the First-Gen Committee

Departments

First Generation Student Success
Machen Florida Opportunity Scholars Program
Career Connections Center
Brown Center for Leadership and Service
Center for New Student and Family Programs
Counseling & Wellness Center
Dean of Students Office
Disability Resource Center
First-Generation Leadership Program
Florida Cicerones
GatorWell Health Promotion Services
Housing and Residence Life

McNair Scholars Program
Off Campus Life
Office of Academic Support
RecSports
Smathers Libraries
Sorority and Fraternity Life
Student Engagement
Student Financial Aid and Scholarships
Student Government
UF Advancement
Undergraduate Education and Student Success

Colleges

College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
College of Design, Construction, and Planning
College of Education
College of Health and Human Performance
College of Journalism and Communications
College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

College of Nursing
College of Public Health and Health Professions
Hamilton School of Classical and Civic Education
Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering
School of Natural Resources and Environment
Warrington College of Business

BE IN THE KNOW

For resources and events beyond First-Gen Week, please email ContactFirstGen@ufsa.ufl.edu.