a digital illustration which shows an open book with a gold bookmark that acts as a path for 4 people to walk down towards the flatirons. Illustration by Citlally Ruedas, First-Gen Student and Senior in Media Design, CMCIJoin us on November 8th and 9th for two events dedicated to celebrating our First-Generation College students at CU Boulder. Check out the event feed below for more First-Gen events happening across campus!

National First-Gen Celebration Day Kick-Off
Tuesday, Nov. 8, 4 to 6:30 p.m.
Abrams Lounge (C4C, 3rd floor)
  • Join us for food, drinks, community and our distinguished speaker, Boulder County Commissioner Marta Loachamin. 

Treat Yo’ Self Holistic Wellness Day
Wednesday, Nov. 9, 12 to 2 p.m.
Abrams Lounge (C4C, 3rd floor)
  • Enjoy wellness activities that relieve stress and focus on self-care, and play with therapy dogs! 

If you require accommodations, please email cisc@colorado.edu. 

These events were planned in partnership with the BOLD Center, McNair Scholars Program, Office of Diversity, Equity and Community Engagement, Office of Precollege Outreach and Engagement, TRiO Student Support Services and Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program. 

Additional First-Generation Celebration Week Events

What's Next?

Connect with first-gen faculty and staff on campus or with faculty and staff who have committed to being allies for the first-gen student community. 

First-Generation Faculty & Staff Directory

Learn more about the history of National First-Generation Celebration Day and watch the video to hear from some of our amazing first-gen students.