Half way through the quarter keep up the great work! You got this! Check out some opportunities and resources below that are sure to provide support. You will find some great ways to connect with your fellow first gen peers and entire campus
Upcoming Events First-Gen Events
First-Generation Student Lunch & Learn "Beyond Graduation"
Date: Tuesday, Feb 13 @12-1pm
Location: HUB room 265
Come join ResLife for this workshop and discussion about how to plan for success after graduation. Speaker Annalicia Garcia of Alumni Engagement Lunch while supplies last!
RSVP (encouraged, not required)
First-Gen Student Connect
Date: Wednesday, Feb 28 @2-3pm
Location: Academic Resource Center
Come connect and socialize with other first-gen students on campus to create community. Know you are not alone in your first-gen college journey. Light refreshments/snacks will be served!
R'Voices First-Gen Art Exhibition Call for Proposals
Date: Now until March 1
The UCR Library is excited to extend an invitation to all students to participate in our inaugural exhibition dedicated to showcasing the experiences of first-generation students. Our goal is to center students as knowledge creators by highlighting their diverse creative expressions. We welcome submissions in various formats, including but not limited to painting, photography, short stories, poetry, sculpture, textiles, jewelry, and other forms of arts and crafts.
First-Gen Student to First-Gen Professional
Date: Wednesday, March 6 @12-1pm
Location: Career Center
Join us to learn how first-gen professionals grew their communication skills to help them prepare for professional interviews in their fields. Come learn communication styles & interview tips. Light refreshments/snacks will be served!
R’Voices First-Gen Library Art Display Exhibition
Date: April 26 through June 7
Location: Rivera Library
Come view student art via: painting, photography, short stories, poetry, sculpture, textiles, jewelry, and other forms of arts and crafts.
Dinner with First-Gen Alumni
Date: Wednesday, May 8 @5:30-8pm
Join UCR alumni who were the first in their family to graduate answer your questions about their college experience, career options and expertise they have gained. The program will include a networking mixer, panel Q&A and a sit-down dinner. Light appetizers, dinner, dessert, and refreshments will be provided.
Continue to visit the First Gen website for updates and events.
Helpful Resources
Your wellness matters! Need support? Check out the services from Health, Well being, & Safety.
Spring registration is approaching. If you have questions or concerns visit your academic advising center.
Have financial aid questions, make an appointment with the Highlander One Stop Shop.
Seeking community on campus, check out the Ethnic & Gender Centers and campus life via clubs/orgs/events
Additional Campus Student Opportunities
Please take advantage of some great opportunities to expand your college experience with some awesome programs below.
Chancellors Research Fellowship
Info Sessions: Register
Wed, Feb 14th @ 3-4 pm Student Services Building 2201
Tues, Feb 20th @ 2:30-3:30 pm on Zoom
Mon, Feb 26th @ 10-11 am Student Services Building
Application deadline is April 8th and requirements
UC Capital Internships (Washington DC & Sacramento)
General Virtual Information Session
Date: Friday, February 16, 2024 3:30pm-4:30pm
Wednesday, March 6, 2024 1pm-2pm
Supplemental Instruction (SI) & Tutoring
The ARC supports over 80 courses per quarter with SI and tutoring. The schedules for spring quarter can be found at https://arc.ucr.edu/si#schedule.
ARC Mindful Study Sessions
Come learn how to study effectively using the Pomodoro Technique in the Academic Resource Center! Mindful Study Sessions be on Thursdays from 3:00 pm until 5:00 pm in the ARC. Coffee and tea will be provided.
Health Professions Advising Center
Are you interested in a health profession or medical school? Be sure to meet with a HPAC advisor and view their upcoming workshops.
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