Date: November 10, 2025
Time: 12:00 am
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12:00 am
“True success lies in knowing your weakness and playing to your strengths.” – Sophia Christina Amoruso
Tailgate and Firstgiving (National First-Gen Day Celebration)
Date: November 8, 2025
Time: 2:00 pm
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6:00 pm
November 8th is National First-Gen Day, and we’re celebrating BIG! Join the First Generation Scholars Society for an afternoon of food, fun, and festivities. Join us for a tailgate-style celebration featuring music, games, food, and giveaways as we honor the resilience and pride of First-Gen students everywhere. This is more than a party; it’s a celebration of legacy, leadership, and community.
Location: Student Success & Veterans Resource Center
First Gen Lunch
Date: November 7, 2025
Time: 11:00 am
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1:00 pm
Fuel up and connect with fellow First-Gen Bears over lunch! This come-and-go event is a casual and welcoming space to share stories, make new friends, and celebrate your First-Gen journey. Bring your appetite and your community spirit!
Christian Cafeteria (President’s Dining Room)
First Generation Karaoke Night
Date: November 6, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm
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9:00 pm
It’s your time to shine! Bring your friends and sing your heart out at our First-Gen Karaoke Night. Whether you’re belting out a classic, performing a duet, or cheering from the crowd, this night promises laughter, music, and unforgettable memories. No experience required, just good vibes!
Ronnie Williams Student Center Ballroom
Veterans Day Celebration
Date: November 6, 2025
Time: 1:00 pm
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3:30 pm
Join us in honoring the incredible service and contributions of veterans and military-connected students within our UCA community. This special event celebrates their resilience, leadership, and legacy through thoughtful reflection, storytelling, and recognition.
McCastlain Hall Ballroom
First Generation Career Fair Reception
Date: November 5, 2025
Time: 8:30 am
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12:30 pm
The Career Fair can be exciting—but also overwhelming. Step away from the crowds and relax in our First-Gen Career Reception space designed just for you. Enjoy refreshments, connect with First-Gen advocates, receive last-minute résumé tips, and recharge before or after meeting employers. Whether you’re celebrating your wins or calming your nerves, this space is your career fair home base.
Ronnie Williams Student Center, room 201 Lounge Area
Learning is Not “One Size Fits All”: Personality and Learning Styles
Date: November 4, 2025
Time: 1:40 pm
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2:30 pm
Tuesday, Oct 28 – RWSC 223/224
Bring your lunch or a snack and learn a success strategy!
Tuesday (1:40-2:30 p.m.) – Ronnie Williams Student Center (RWSC) 223/224
Click this link to discover your personality type before the workshop on Tuesday, November 4th. Take a screenshot of your results and bring them with you. It will give you insight into the presentation.
Ink & Insight: A Book Talk with LT Rease Miles
Date: November 4, 2025
Time: 1:40 pm
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2:30 pm
Join us for a powerful and uplifting conversation with LT Rease Miles, author of Smart Girl and a passionate First-Gen advocate. LT will share her personal journey and how she’s empowering young women and first-generation students to own their brilliance. This event includes a live Q&A session and an exclusive opportunity for select student leaders to join her for a private lunch.
Location: Ronnie Williams Student Center Ballroom
Own Your Education – Successful Student
Date: November 4, 2025
Time: 12:00 am
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12:00 am
“Take charge of your life. The tides do not command the ship, the sailor does!” – Ogwo David Emenike
First Generation Meet and Greet
Date: November 3, 2025
Time: 3:00 pm
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4:00 pm
Start First 2 Go Week with a warm welcome! This relaxed kickoff event is the perfect chance to meet fellow First-Gen students, supportive faculty and staff, and the team behind First-Gen initiatives at UCA. Enjoy snacks, great conversations, and community-building activities designed to help you make connections and feel seen, valued, and celebrated.
Location: Bernard 207
