What is a first-gen student?
A first-generation college student is defined as a student whose parent(s) or legal guardian(s) have not completed a bachelor’s degree. A student who is the first person in their immediate family to attend a four-year college/university to attain a bachelor’s degree.
- Focus on first-gen: This week we highlight Quang Nguyen, Communications and Marketing specialist, Office of Diversity and Inclusion.
- Faculty and staff: If you are interested in being featured as a first-generation profile, contact Lydia Santiago at FGShockers@wichita.edu.
- Graduation cords: Fall 2021 First-Gen graduation cords are in route. For more information, Lydia Santiago, FGShockers@wichita.edu.