Celebrating our First-Generation College Students
Be part of the celebration during First-Generation College Week! Join us from Mon., Nov. 3 to Fri., Nov. 7 to honor and uplift students who are the first in their families to pursue higher education. Whether you’re a first-gen student, friend or supporter, let’s come together to celebrate and support our amazing first-gen community!
First-Generation Week Events
Mon., Nov. 2
First-Gen Opening Mixer with Well-Being & Health Promotion
11:30am-1:30pm | Bremerton Campus, Bldg. 10, Rm. 118
Join us to kick off First-Gen Celebration Week! Meet new people, build your support network, and learn how the science of hope can help fuel your college journey and future career.
First-Gen Opening Mixer with The MIX
11:30am-1:30pm | Shelton Campus, Bldg. S2, Lounge Area
Celebrate the start of First-Gen Week with conversation, community, and connection. Make new friends, strengthen your support system, and explore how hope can inspire your personal and academic success.
Washington Space Grant Community Learning Webinar
4pm-5pm | Bremerton Campus, Bldg. 10, Rm. 118 (Hybrid)
The Washington NASA Space Grant Consortium invites you to a Community Learning Webinar featuring Nathan Curtis, Natural Environments and Vehicle Management Post-Flight Data Analysis at Marshall Space Flight Center.
Tues., Nov. 3
First-Gen Opening Mixer with The MIX
11am-1pm | Poulsbo Campus, Bldg. P1, Lounge Area
Connect with fellow students, build community, and discover resources that can support your success throughout your college journey.
First-Gen: Transfer 101 - Let's Navigate Your Journey!
2pm-3:30pm | Bremerton Campus, Bldg. 10, Rm. 118 (Hybrid)
Thinking about transferring to a four-year institution? Join us for a clear, step-by-step overview of the transfer process and learn about resources that can help you prepare for your next academic milestone.
Wed., Nov. 4
First-Gen Panel: Voices of the First-Gen Experience
11:30am-12:45pm | Bremerton Campus, Bldg. 10, Rm. 118 (Hybrid)
What is it really like to be the first in your family to navigate college? Hear first-gen students, staff, and faculty share their stories, challenges, lessons learned, and successes.
Vision Board Party
1pm-2pm | Bremerton Campus, Bldg. 10, Rm. 118
Turn your goals into a visual roadmap for success. Create a personalized vision board using images, quotes, and ideas that reflect your aspirations and future plans.
Thurs., Nov. 5
First-Gen Festival
1pm-3pm | Bremerton Campus, Bldg. 10, Upper Lounge
Join us for an afternoon of celebration, community, and connection. Meet fellow students, hear inspiring stories from students, staff, and faculty, discover campus resources, and celebrate the strength and achievements of our first-generation community.
If you need accommodations to be able to participate in any event listed above, please contact Student Disability Services at @email.