“True success lies in knowing your weakness and playing to your strengths.” – Sophia Christina Amoruso
Know Your Strengths – Successful Student
Tailgate and Firstgiving (National First-Gen Day Celebration)
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
Veterans Day Celebration
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
Learning is Not “One Size Fits All”: Personality and Learning Styles
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
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
“Take charge of your life. The tides do not command the ship, the sailor does!” – Ogwo David Emenike
The ULTIMATE Graduation Checklist
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
“10% Luck, 20% Skill, 15% Concentrated Power of Will…” – Traits of Successful Students
Tuesday, Oct 21 – 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
Seek Help – Successful Student
“Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it… Asking for help isn’t a sign of weakness, it’s a sign of strength.” – Barack Obama
Now and Later: The Sweet Science of Getting Stuff Done
Tuesday, January 20 – Zoom
Bring your lunch or a snack and learn a success strategy!
Tuesday (1:40-2:30 p.m.) – Zoom


