FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY PANAMA CITY CELEBRATES FIRST-GENERATION WEEK

Maiya Johnson

Florida State University recognizes first-generation students Nov. 4-8 during FGEN Week, a weeklong celebration to raise awareness about the experiences of first-generation college students and provide educational opportunities for FSU faculty, staff, students and alumni. The events align with the annual First-Generation College Celebration, held nationally every November.

The National First-Generation College Celebration recognizes the signing of the Higher Education Act that created federal financial aid programs to fund students’ education, especially assisting first-generation students. FSU’s Center for Academic Retention and Enhancement (CARE) is joining in on this national event to acknowledge the dedication and experiences of first-generation students at FSU’s Tallahassee and Panama City campuses.

The 2024 FGEN Week theme is “A Brave New World.” Featured events at FSU Panama City include: 

MONDAY, NOV. 4 

  • First-Gen Photos and Table
    11 a.m., Holley Lobby, Panama City Campus 

TUESDAY, NOV. 5 

  • F1rst: Virtual Alumni Mixer
    1 p.m., Virtual (Zoom)
  • First-Gen Luncheon
    12 p.m., Holley Lecture Hall, Panama City Campus

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 6

  • Tri-Alpha Induction
    TBA, Panama City Campus

THURSDAY, NOV. 7

  • Future Forward: Career Fair Tour 
    9 a.m. and 11 a.m., All Campuses 
    The Seminole Futures Career & Internship Fair is the largest fair of the year at FSU and attracts students from various majors interested in full-time and internship opportunities. Historically, over 1,500 students attend this event each semester. 

 

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