FAU Office of First-Generation Student Success

Official Twitter for the Office of First-Generation Student Success at #FAU. Championing the success of First-Gen Students #FirstAndProud

[FAU Office of First-Generation Student Success @FAUFirstGen]

Our first-generation success in business event was a ✨success ✨

Huge thank you to the @faubusinessadvising for hosting such an amazing informational session for our first-gen business owls who are looking to take that next step in their careers.🦉

#faubusiness #mba #firstgen

[FAU Office of First-Generation Student Success @FAUFirstGen]

Our resume and cover letter workshop was a success! 📝 Huge thank you to Ms. Ana Maldonado from the Career Center for leading this event and truly equipping the students to succeed.

#fau #floridaatlantic #floridaatlanticuniversity #careercenter #faucareercenter #resume

[FAU Office of First-Generation Student Success @FAUFirstGen]

🚨 Save the Date 🚨

The Office of First-Generation Success presents the Tri-Alpha Honor Society inaugural induction! This is an honor society for first-generation students.

Make sure to join us in supporting the first ever Tri-Alpha Honor Society ceremony on April 5th at 6pm.

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Our first-gen day of service was a success!! 🤩🙌

Pictured are some of our amazing volunteers at Vinceremos Therapeutic Horse Center! 🐎🧲

Stay on the lookout for more volunteering opportunities coming soon! #volunteering #fau #floridaatlantic #firstgendayofservice #faufirstgen

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Join us this First-Gen Friday at 6pm in Live Oak, Room C, to sing your little 💗 out at Karaoke night! 🎤

Best performance gets bragging rights! 🤩

#faufirstgen #firstgen #firstgenstudents #floridaatlantic #fau #floridaatlanticuniversity #karaokenight

[FAU Office of First-Generation Student Success @FAUFirstGen]

💸Limit your Debt 💸

Join us this Thursday at 4:30pm in Palmetto Palm room or join us virtually to learn from industry experts on how you can reduce and limit your debt!

Don’t miss out! Zoom link:
https://t.co/elti5ODu6s

#debtmanagement #debtfree #faufirstgen #firstgen

[FAU Office of First-Generation Student Success @FAUFirstGen]

🚨 New Location Alert 🚨

We have moved to the first floor of the Student Support Service Building (SU-80) in room 114.

Make sure to stop by and learn more about all the services being offered to you. We might even have a shirt waiting for you in your size. 😉 #faufirstgen

[FAU Office of First-Generation Student Success @FAUFirstGen]

✨Happy Women’s History Month! ✨

We are so excited to be featuring extraordinary women who have made an impact in the world and have paved the way for others to do the same. #womenshistorymonth

Stay on the lookout for some inspiring stories to be shared soon!

[FAU Office of First-Generation Student Success @FAUFirstGen]

Name a better duo! We'll wait ✋

The Office of First-Gen Student Success is ran by two hard-working individuals, Dr. Keven Allen and Jennifer Parra, who are dedicated to making the lives of first-gen students at FAU effortless.

Reach out and schedule a meeting! #firstandproud

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Interested in summer research experiences? Join us today at 2pm as we discuss different opportunities available through OURI, external summer opportunities, and how to fund them!

RSVP here: https://t.co/svMPlBlcHo

#FAU #fau22 #fau23 #fau24 #fau25 #fau26

[FAU Office of First-Generation Student Success @FAUFirstGen]

Did someone say free textbooks❓

Yes, you heard that correctly! The Office of First-Gen offers different programs to help YOU save money. Follow the steps below and apply to be a part of the Reaching Individual Success and Empowerment (RISE) program. #faufirstgen #firstandproud

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Our "Show Me The Money" event is happening TODAY in Queen Palm Room!

Make sure to join us as we learn about applying to scholarships, FAFSA, and more! You have the option to attend in person or through Zoom! #scholarships #faufirstgen #fau

Zoom: https://t.co/yEdYsXVUuv

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@FAUSwimDive Let's Go Owls! 🙌

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@FAUMBB Let's Go Owls!

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@NBCOlympics @TeamUSA Go Owls!

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A few of our first-gen owls got the opportunity to sit in on a once-in-a-lifetime conversation led by Leon Cooperman, American billionaire and hedge fund manager.

Mr. Cooperman is a first generation American and student who migrated to the U.S. for greater opportunities!

[FAU Office of First-Generation Student Success @FAUFirstGen]

Reminiscing last week’s little moments but great memories!

Swipe ➡️ 💫📸 to see our highlights of First-Gen Week

#firstgeneration #firstgen #firstgenweek2021

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Join us for Banking Basics for College Students this November 18th!

Save some cash with financial literacy 💸 💰 💳

#firstgeneration #firstgen #banking #finances

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Come out and Join for a First-Gen Game Night!

Take a break off canvas 🎮🕹️🎲👾🎱🎧

Click on the link to watch:https://t.co/hQWdZBE74S

#firstgeneration #firstgen

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Always stand for what you believe in so come and join us to support First-Gen and Vulnerable Populations at 12:00 P.M. today!