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Weโd love to connect with you and learn more about your story! Have fun, play games, meet new friends!
We will have light refreshments ๐โโ๏ธ
๐ฃfirst-gen spotlight๐ฃ
Abiโs wife Maritza graduated with a BA in Psychology.
She says โeducation was freedom for me! An opportunity to breakthrough limitations & barriers that my parents had to sweat through so I could strive and make a better future for all the ones after me.โ
๐ฃfirst-gen spotlight๐ฃ
Abi Estrada is a first-gen GMU grad student from Guatemala, who is actually a family friend of one of our members! We thank him for his service & wish him the best of luck on his grad school journey! Read more on him & his story here! ๐๐ #WeAreFirstGen
Hello, Iโm Maxwell, a first-gen student from India. It's been a challenging journey, but every step has been worth it. Hereโs to breaking barriers and chasing dreams! #FirstGenGrad#WeAreFirstGen#NewBeginnings#mimsPR
Hello! Iโm Katlyn Zepeda Ramos, a first-gen student from Honduras majoring in Business Management. To me, being first-gen means breaking barriers to find success in the business world, even when thereโs no roadmap to follow. #WeAreFirstGen#SupportYourSuccess#GMU
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David Thornton is a business major at GMU! As a first-gen student, he is excited to make his family proud with his accomplishments. His career goals are to earn his bachelorโs degree and help his dad start his own business!ย #WeAreFirstGen
Itโs National Donut Day!! ๐ฉ Stop by the Dunkin at Tidewater on campus to grab some discounted glazed donuts for only .99! (while supplies last) ๐
๐ 7 AM - 4 PM
๐ Tidewater
@georgemasonu#masonulife#georgemason#masonnation
First-Gen student Elaria Francis shares with us at #masonfirstgen that because her parents are from Egypt, her transition into college was hard. Navigating the FAFSA form and enrolling in classes was confusing. Now she says it gives her confidence when things get hard!
๐ฃ1st gen spotlight๐ฃ
Hi! Iโm Jocelyn, a comm major at GMU and USMC veteran. As a first-gen student, being the first to pave a new path can be challenging. Connect with your fellow first gen peers - know that you are not alone in this journey! #SupportYourSuccess#WeAreFirstGen
This week, in recognition of Veterans' Day, we're sharing resources that impact military-connected students. ๐ซก The Office of Military Services is @georgemasonu's front door to welcoming military-affiliated students.
๐: https://t.co/wlc09KTc9h
#SalutingVeterans2024
Today, we honor our veterans for their bravery, sacrifice, and dedication. Thank you to all who have served and continue to serve our country. Your commitment to protecting our freedoms inspires us all.
Let's take a moment to reflect & express our gratitude. Happy Veterans Day!
Mark your calendars, Patriots! This week in the #MasonNation... ๐
Visit https://t.co/7Fi1SHvdsg to register and learn more about these events! #AllTogetherDifferent ๐๐
๐ฅ: OUB
favorite campus moment: we kicked off our first-gen success campaign during first-gen week! our campaign will end in a fun game night for first-gen and friends, so look out for further details on that! ๐๐ #wearefirstgen#supportyoursuccess@mimsPR#mimspr
Fall vibes and friendship ๐โจ Nothing better than capturing memories on a beautiful day at George Mason University! ๐๐
Tag your bestie and share your favorite campus moment!
Fall vibes and friendship ๐โจ Nothing better than capturing memories on a beautiful day at George Mason University! ๐๐
Tag your bestie and share your favorite campus moment!
Hi, I'm Summer! I'm a communication major at GMU. As a first-gen student from India, I understand the challenges we face in higher education. My career goal is to own a marketing or PR firm and support future first-gen leaders! #WeAreFirstGen#SupportYourSuccess
Hi all! My name is Marina & I am a COMM major at GMU! My parents have always taught us the importance of education and have done all they can to help me achieve my career goals. Support systems are incredibly important. Find yours at GMU! #supportyoursuccess#firstgen#mimspr
Hi, I'm Johnny Suria, a Communications Major with roots in El Salvador! Supporting first-gen students like myself matters because it opens doors for diverse voices in fields like sports broadcasting. Let's build a brighter future together! #WeAreFirstGen#SupportYourSuccess