Hello! The First Generation Network here at UMBC is gearing up for an impactful, informative and empowering Fall 2020 semester and we need your help!  

We will be hosting a First – Gen Day celebration for the First Generation population here at UMBC.  First Generation Day was designed to celebrate the success of first-generation college students, faculty and staff on colleges and universities campuses across the nation.  The goal of First Generation Day is to foster an environment that builds relationships with students/colleagues, involves leadership and to galvanize a force across our campuses. 

First Generation Day will be held on Sunday, November 8th from 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM.  Our goal for this program is to better understand the systemic barriers plaguing higher education and the supports necessary for this important and resilient population to continue thriving.   

WHERE YOU COME IN! 

We would like faculty and staff, specifically those who identify as first generation college students themselves, to participate in this event with us.

WHAT IS NEEDED! 

We plan to host various roundtable discussions during the day. We would like for individuals to sign up for a time in the orange section to participate in our event. Any advice that you can share will be beneficial for First Generation students in navigating the university system.   

If you would love to support us with this program, we ask that you confirm your attendance by Friday, September 18th at 5:00 PM.  If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact Carlos Williams (carlosw@umbc.edu) or Antoinette Newsome (acnews@umbc.edu).