National First-Generation College Celebration
The University of Washington proudly supports the experiences of first-generation students. For the second-straight year, the UW Bothell, Seattle and Tacoma campuses are joining colleges and universities throughout the nation to participate in the National First-Generation College Celebration on November 8, 2018.
Led by the Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) and the NASPA Center for First-Generation Student Success, the day is intended to celebrate the success and presence of first-generation college students, faculty and staff on campuses across the country.
How to Participate
Buttons for Faculty & Staff
UW faculty & staff on all three campuses who were the first in their families to attend college are invited to wear “I am First-Gen” buttons to display their presence to students.
Share on Social Media
Show your first-gen pride or share support for classmates and colleagues on social media using the hashtags #CelebrateFirstGen, #BeTheFirst, #UWFirstGenGrads or #UWFirstGen.
Engagement Opportunities
Various activities and events will take place throughout the campuses for our first-gen communities.
More Highlights
First-Gen Stories
Read more about the experiences of first-generation students, faculty, staff and alumni.
Tri-Campus Support
Many outstanding efforts are underway to support and elevate our first-generation undergraduate and graduate students on all three campuses.
Leadership Messages
President Ana Mari Cauce and University Diversity Officer Rickey Hall share messages about the significance of the celebration.