WHAT IS FIRST-GEN DAY?
The term first-generation refers to students who are the first in their families to attend college.
November 8th was selected as the data for the annual National First-Generation College Celebration to honor the anniversary of the signing of the Higher Education Act of 1965.
Why Green?
We wear green to highlight growth, opportunity, and Go!
Champions Awards
In celebration of National First-Generation College Student Day on November 8th each year, the MFOS office selects individuals and departments who have gone above and beyond in their support of first-generation student success! These award winners have dedicated their time and efforts to foster a welcoming and supportive environment for first-generation students to thrive and excel at the University of Florida!
2022 Award Winners
Jess Mercier
UF International Center
Dr. TehQuin Forbes
UF Honors Program
UF Salesforce Development Team
Career Connections Center
2021 Award Winners
Alexandrea Glenn
Assistant University Librarian
Dr. Cecilia "CC" Suarez
Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural Education and Communication
Samuel Proctor Oral History Program
UF Bookstore
2020 Award Winners
Karley Counts
Associate Director, Reitz Union
Dr. Yulia Levites Strekalova
Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Services Research, Management & Policy
UF College of Law
UF College of Medicine
Student Financial Affairs
2019 Award Winners
Dr. Beverly Dede
Program Director & Clinical Assistant Professor
Brittany Hoover
Academic Advisor, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Department of Spanish and Portuguese Studies
UF Libraries
