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WHAT IS THE FIRST-GENERATION SUCCESS CENTER?

The First-Generation Success Center is a resource center developed to better support first-generation students as they navigate college life. First-Generation students make up 41.5% percent of the undergraduate population at UNT. The center works to collaborate with campus partners to design workshops and presentations addressing topics such as campus resources, financial aid, financial literacy, college terminology, career preparation, and academic coaching.

 

 

 

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UNT First Generation Scholarship Wall
Scholarship Organizations, UNT Scholarships, Miscellaneous Funding, and USA Study Abroad Funding for First Generation Students.
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First-Generation Success Center Sticker Giveway
Students are welcome to visit the FGSC and pick-up an FGSC giveaway item in the Union, Suite 376!

 

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Who is a first-generation college student?

Undergraduate/Graduate student whose parent/s or guardian/s did not complete a four-year college degree (bachelor's degree) from an institution of higher education in the United States.

If a student has only one primary parent or guardian, then education of the non-primary parent does not need to be considered. 

*Note: The First Generation Success Center recognizes there are a multitude of family dynamics and understands there may be students who identify as first-generation outside of this definition. We welcome all students who wish to engage and receive support from our office-We are here to help.*

Staff Spotlight

 

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Desiree Padron

Director of First-Generation Success Center
"I enjoy working with students to engage opportunities and celebrating their success, especially for the first-generation community. Seeing the pride on their faces and the faces of their families as they celebrate their accomplishments is life-changing. I also really love campus-wide events."

 

 

In The news

 

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$5,000 Grant
The First Generation Success Center received a $5,000 grant to support the center's ongoing efforts.
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$13,000 Capital One Grant
The funding provided guidance for students transitioning from being first-generation college students to full-time members of the workforce.
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Accreditation
UNT earned the designation of being a First-Generation Forward institution due to the programs and efforts dedicated to serving first-generation students.
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Creating Change
Desiree Padron decided to share her idea for a first-generation center during a listening tour with Elizabeth With.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the First-Generation Center?

The First-Generation Success Center is a resource center developed to better support first-generation students as they navigate college life. First-Generation students make up 41.5% percent of the undergraduate population at UNT. The center works to collaborate with campus partners to design workshops and presentations addressing topics such as campus resources, financial aid, financial literacy, college terminology, career preparation, and academic coaching.

Who is a first-generation college student?

The University of North Texas defines a first-generation* student as a student (undergraduate/graduate) whose parent/s or guardian/s did not complete a four-year college degree (bachelor’s degree) from an institution of higher education (college or university) in the United States. If a student has only one primary parent or guardian, the education of the non-primary parent does not need to be considered. 

*The First Generation Success Center recognizes there are a multitude of family dynamics and understands there may be students who identity as first-generation outside of this definition. We welcome all students who wish to engage with and receive support from our office - we are here to help.

Are there any scholarships available?
Yes! Our scholarships can be found at: First Generation Scholarships
Where are you located?
We are located in suite 376 in the University Union.