First-Gen Week

5 - 7 p.m. - First Generation Research Panel
Senate of College Councils
WCP 2.412
Join us for a special event highlighting the voices of first-gen students and faculty as they navigate academia and higher education. The program will feature a panel discussion exploring personal journeys, challenges, and insights from both students and faculty, followed by an open, interactive showcase of current student research projects. Students of all majors and backgrounds are encouraged to attend, even if they do not identify as first-gen. Stop by to learn, connect, and celebrate the diverse paths into research and higher education.

9 a.m. - 11 a.m. - First Gen Rise
McCombs School of Business
CBA Events Room
We encourage first-generation students to join us in our First Gen Rise coffee chat to hear from different industry professionals about their experiences and gain insight on navigating the business landscape.

Noon - 3 p.m. (while supplies last) - Engineering First-Gen Celebration
Engineering Student Success Center
EER 0.806/0.808
Longhorn Engineers, come celebrate UT's First-Gen Week at our Engineering First-Gen Celebration happening Tuesday, November 4 from noon-3 p.m. in EER 0.806/0.808. This come-and-go event will feature a photo booth with a takeaway polaroid photo, postcards to write to your support system and snacks! This event is for currently enrolled engineering students.

5 p.m. - Preparing for Finals
Sanger Learning Center
JES A309
Join us to learn about tips and strategies on how to manage your time, study strategically, and stay healthy as you reach the academic finish line!

11 a.m. - 1 p.m. - First Gen Proud
McCombs School of Business
CBA Atrium
Come celebrate First-Gen Week with a large celebration in McCombs! There will be photobooths, different UT resources tabling with giveaways, and sweet treats!

11 a.m. - 2 p.m. - First Gen Fuel Up
Campus Events + Entertainment Lobby
Texas Union, 4th Floor
In celebration of First Gen Week, join E+E for First Gen Fuel Up. All students are invited to stop by and grab a free snack pack to keep you powered through the day. This event is open to everyone and offers a great opportunity to refuel, connect, and celebrate our amazing first gen community.

1 - 2 p.m. - First Gen Appreciation Day
African and African Diaspora Studies
GWB 3.100A
Join us for pastries and coffee with African and African Diaspora Studies!

1 - 3 p.m. - Faculty Connections Event: Imposter Syndrome: Do I belong here?
University Housing & Dining
WCP 1.106
Do you ever question whether you belong, even when you've earned your place? Join us for a panel discussion featuring Dr. Michael Goodman, Dr. Michael Mosser, and Dr. Monica Hall-Porter as they share their experiences with overcoming imposter syndrome and tapping into their own confidence. We'll end with a Q&A, giving students the chance to ask panelists their own questions. Enjoy light refreshments and take home some fun swag!

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5:30 - 6:30 p.m. - McCombs Specialized Master's Info Session
McCombs Specialized Master's Programs
BRB 2.136
Earn your bachelor's and business master's degrees in just five years! McCombs offers one-year master's degrees in accounting, finance, business analytics, marketing, or IT & management. Come learn about our program options and admissions processes. Programs are open to all UT majors, and students can apply as early as junior year!

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10:30 a.m. - Noon - First-Gen Faculty & Staff Brunch
First-Gen Longhorns
Union Quadrangle Room (3.304)
Take some time to celebrate another branch of our first-gen community— UT faculty and staff. We invite faculty and staff to build community and explore ways to further support first-gen students. Enjoy good food while we recognize the strengths and unique perspectives that first-gen professionals bring to campus.
RSVP: https://utexas.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9TrEXF31ZlskxnM

11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. - CNS First-Gen Celebration
College of Natural Sciences
NHB 1.720
Are you a first-generation CNS student? Join us as we celebrate the many paths first-gen students take on their college journey! Enjoy lunch while finding new connections with fellow first-gen students, grab exclusive first-gen swag, and explore campus resources to guide you along the way. Come map your journey, share your experiences, and build community with others who understand what it means to be first-gen!
RSVP: https://cns.utexas.edu/events/community-building/cns-first-gen-celebration-0

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - Moody First Generation Celebration
Moody College- Undergraduate Education
LBJ Conference Room, CMA 5.136
Celebrate Moody's First-Generation community, mingle, and enjoy light refreshments!

3 - 5 p.m. - First-Gen Lotería & Fiesta
Latino Studies
GWB 2.206
Join Latino Studies for an afternoon of Lotería free food, swag and fun! Play for your chance to win great prizes and enjoy community, culture, and celebration.
First-Gen Lotería web page

4 - 5 p.m. - Bridging Disciplines Programs Information Session for First-Gen Week
Bridging Disciplines Programs
FAC 4
Come to this information session to learn how an interdisciplinary Bridging Disciplines Programs (BDP) certificate can complement your UT Austin experience as a first-gen student. BDP certificates can be individualized to suit your goals, and students pursuing a BDP certificate gain access to courses from across the University, internship and research experiences, BDP academic advising, and a network of BDP students and alumni. In this session, BDP staff will provide information about BDP certificates and first-gen students currently pursuing a BDP certificate will share perspectives about how their BDP certificate has impacted their UT Austin experience.

Noon - 1:30 p.m. - Being First: Let's Talk About It
First-Gen Longhorns
Gregory Gym Lounge
End First-Gen Week with us! Being First-Gen is multi-faceted. Together, we'll unpack what it means to be first-gen, celebrate our strengths, and build connections that uplift our community. Food will provided!