Across the country, campuses are once again recognizing First-Generation College Celebration Day, and the University of Nebraska–Lincoln has filled this week with special events leading up to a special “Grab ‘n Go” celebration on Friday, Nov. 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Willa Cather Dining Center, Red Cloud A Room.
As a fellow first-generation college student and alumnus, I am proud that our university offers so much support to help first-generation students successfully navigate and thrive on campus. I hope you can participate this week:
- VIRTUAL Share a Meal – Grab your lunch and join in the conversation
- Tuesday, Nov. 10 – 12:15-1:30 p.m.
- ZOOM MEETING ID: 946 4340 9223 – Open to students, faculty and staff
- VIRTUAL “UNLIKELY” Discussion
- Wednesday, Nov. 11 – 12:30-1:30 p.m.
- Facilitated by: Jemalyn Griffin, Moises Padilla and Lori Romano
- ZOOM MEETING ID: 983 1642 2553
- VIRTUAL First Gen Trivia Night – Prizes for top-placed teams!
- Thursday, Nov. 12 – 7:00-8:15 p.m.
- Register your team (up to 5 members) by 5:00 p.m. on Nov. 10
- ZOOM MEETING ID: 984 0126 1127
At Nebraska, creating lifelong opportunities through accessible higher education is a commitment we started 151 years ago and one that remains central and core to our mission. Thank you to each and every one of you who work hard every day to provide first-generation students with the support they need to earn their Nebraska degree.
Ronnie D. Green, Ph.D.
Chancellor