First-gen students are a vital component in making Wichita State University great. More than 45% of Shockers identify as the first in their families to attend a college or university. We celebrate and support these brave students every day, and particularly during First-Gen Month in November. Watch the video to meet some of our outstanding first-gen Shockers, and click the button below to learn more about the events happening this month at Wichita State. First-gen events at Wichita State