FirstGen@UVM

UVM defines first-generation college students as those whose parents or guardians have not earned a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. college or university.

FirstGen@UVM is a program dedicated to holistically supporting first-generation college students at the University of Vermont. Through a variety of programming and initiatives, FirstGen@UVM connects students to essential resources and support. The program empowers students by providing academic guidance, community-building opportunities, and advocacy to ensure first-gen students thrive during their college journey.

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First Scholars Pre-Orientation Program

First Scholars Pre-Orientation Program (FSPOP) is a free opportunity for first-generation college students to form meaningful connections with one another, faculty, and staff as while learning about academic and social resources at UVM through a first-gen lens.

First Scholars Pre-Orientation Program
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Make Connections: Be a Part of FirstGen@UVM

A signature part of FirstGen@UVM's mission is to facilitate connections between those with this shared identity. In order to do this, we encourage our community to self-identify as first-generation via our FirstGen@UVM Self-Identification and Interests Form.
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UVM Firsts Student Organization

Undergraduate students are encouraged to join UVM's newest first-generation student organization, UVM Firsts! To learn more, and to participate in their weekly meetings, visit them on Instagram.
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Celebrate. Honor. Empower

FirstGen@UVM celebrates first-gen students year-round through signature events like National First-Gen Week and First-Gen Graduation. Join us for these celebrations or connect year-round through newsletters, workshops, community building events, and our cozy FirstGen@UVM space!

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