<div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_default" style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><strong style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xgUlu9__ypdazJt5_6f4oeKwhZD79gAfQoVWV7LiuAQ/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">First-Generation College Celebration Week 2025</a></strong><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"> celebrates the achievements of First-Generation college students, recognizes the unique challenges they often face, and highlights the vibrant First-Gen community across campus. Faculty and staff are encouraged to participate in events, connect with colleagues, and celebrate student accomplishments.</span></div><p><strong>Who is a First-Generation College Student?</strong><br>A First-Generation college student is someone whose parent(s) or guardian(s) have not earned a four-year college degree. This milestone often comes with unique challenges and opportunities, and this week is designed to recognize and celebrate the achievements of First-Gen students.</p><p><strong>Highlights for Faculty & Staff:</strong></p><ul><li style="margin-left:15px"><p><strong>Voices of First-Gen College Students Panel</strong> – Hear student stories and experiences</p></li><li style="margin-left:15px"><p><strong>First-Gen Faculty/Staff Pods</strong> – First-Gen students, faculty, and staff will connect and share their experiences, challenges, and successes</p></li><li style="margin-left:15px"><p><strong>From First to Finish: Helping First-Gens Thrive</strong> – Explore high-impact practices to better support First-Gen students</p></li><li style="margin-left:15px"><p><strong>“First-Gen Fry-Day” Celebration & French Fry Bar</strong> – Celebrate students and the campus First-Gen community</p></li><li style="margin-left:15px"><p><strong>Giveaways, swag, and more!</strong></p></li></ul><p>📅<strong>Full schedule, RSVP links, and updates:</strong><br><strong><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xgUlu9__ypdazJt5_6f4oeKwhZD79gAfQoVWV7LiuAQ/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">First-Generation College Celebration Week 2025</a></strong></p><p>Join us in celebrating and supporting the First-Gen community across SUNY Plattsburgh!<br></p></div>
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