Hello First-Gen Bears,

Being First-Gen can feel like a lot to navigate, but you are not alone!

The First-Generation Scholars Society is ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøվ’s recognized student organization (RSO) dedicated to supporting and celebrating First-Generation students like you! Entirely student-led, the RSO runs fun events all throughout the year to connect you with resources, community, and volunteer opportunities.

Find them on CubConnect in my ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøÕ¾ or on their Instagram @uca_firstgen

First2Go Week happens in November

Each year ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøÕ¾ has an entire week celebrating First-Generation students! There will be all kinds of exciting events and special guest speakers running throughout the week leading up to National First-Gen Day on November 8th.

Go Bears!

FirstGen@ ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøÕ¾

Student Success Services

firstgen@uca.edu

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Be sure to visit the BEAR FAIR during your SOAR session!

…and stop by the Student Success booth! We’d love to say hi and let you know all about the fun events and opportunities we have for First Gen students coming up this year!

You can register for SOAR here!

Here’s a quick checklist of things to get done if you haven’t already:

• Apply for Housing: /housing/
• Explore your Financial Aid options: /financialaid/
• Sign up for Summer Start! /studentsuccess/summer-start/

If you have any questions, email us at firstgen@uca.edu.

Go Bears!

FirstGen@ ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøÕ¾

Student Success Services

Summer Connections are designed to help first-generation students like you transition into college life.

First-generation students are those whose parents or guardians have not obtained a degree from a four-year university.

It can be tough to navigate college without that prior experience, but FirstGen@ ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøÕ¾ and Student Success Services are here to support you on your journey!

Be on the lookout for these Summer Connections emails as they’ll contain useful information to help set you up for success at ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøÕ¾, including tidbits like our Bear Basics advice.

Make sure you for Summer Orientation and Academic Registration (SOAR).

At SOAR, you’ll get to:

• Meet your Academic Advisor
• Register for classes
• Learn about available campus resources
• and meet future potential friends!

BEAR BASICS In College, you’ll be doing a lot of required reading. Build good habits now by challenging yourself to read 2-3 books over the summer!

We are so happy to have you at ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøÕ¾. Feel free to reach out with questions at firstgen@uca.edu.

Go Bears!

FirstGen@ ÿÈÕ´óÈüÍøÕ¾
Student Success Services

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