First-Generation college celebration happening Nov. 4

Nov. 8 is a day to nationally celebrate first-generation students and their pursuit of a college degree but we want to kickoff the week instead with a celebration event.

This year Western will be hosting our in-person celebration on Monday, November 4^th in the Viking Union Multipurpose Room from 3:00-4:30 p.m. Whether you identify yourself as first-gen or wish to show your support as a first-gen student success advocate, we invite you to stop by and engage with others for celebration and the building of a stronger community.

The event will begin with brief remarks at 3 p.m. followed by a resource fair and opportunities to informally network at conversation tables with members of the First Year, First Gen student club and with faculty and staff who were once first-gen learner themselves.

There will be food and first-gen themed giveaway items and a wide variety of student support services represented at the fair. A sampling of folks who will be tabling at the event include the Career Services Center, the Student Health Center, the Peace Corps, the Academic Advising & Student Achievement Center, the Student Business Office, and Western Libraries. And there are many more still signing up!

For access to our promotional flyer, visit the event webpage or contact Sara Wilson at [email protected] / 360-650-4332.

Hosted by the Student Success Initiatives Unit and Western's First Year, First Gen student club.

This event is intended for all participants, including those with apparent or non-apparent disabilities. For disability accommodation(s) (such as ASL interpretation, etc.) please contact Sara Wilson. Her email is [email protected] and phone number is 360-650-4332. Advanced notice is appreciated and sometimes necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.