National First-Generation Week to be celebrated November 6-10

First Generation Week is November 6-10, 2023.
First Generation Week is November 6-10, 2023.

First-Generation College Celebration Day is Wednesday, November 8 and all first-generation college students at UNL and their allies are invited to join First Generation Nebraska for an exciting series of events all week.

The term “first-generation” applies to the one-in-four UNL students who come from families whose parents/guardians do not have a four-year college degree.

All events are free.

First Gen Alumni Panel + Networking Event

Make new connections and learn what to expect when job searching from recent First Generation UNL graduates. Light refreshments provided.

Tuesday, November 7
5:30 to 6:30 p.m. | Love Library South, Room 221

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First Gen Swag Giveaway + Photo booth

Pick up your free First Gen Nebraska merch, popcorn, and take a photo.

Wednesday, November 8
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Nebraska Union and Nebraska East Union*

*photo booth at City Campus location only

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First Gen Student Org: Holiday Cookies Event

Get cozy with the first gen student organization with a little cookie baking.

Thursday, November 9
5 p.m. | University Health Center Kitchen (1st floor)

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First Gen Friday

Showcase your First Gen pride by wearing your new FGN merch

Friday, November 10
Virtual event – all day

More details at: https://events.unl.edu/firstgennebraska/