First-Generation Students (gFIRST)

Terrier F1RSTS – The First-gen Network

In collaboration with The Newbury Center, BU Connects is excited to announce Terrier F1RSTS – the First Generation Network, a new group for first generation students, alumni, and allies to support each other and share resources.

If you are also a Tri-Alpha National Honor Society member, please be sure to check the box under BU Student Organizations and Activities.

Click here to connect!

Newbury Center Launches First-Generation Student Magazine!

The BU Newbury Center published its first volume of Elevate, a 60-page magazine filled with 21 photographs, poems, essays and artwork solicited from first-generation students, faculty and staff. Check it out here!

Upcoming Events

Master’s Student Lunch & Learn Series – Click here to register for one or all three sessions!

• The Balancing Act: Finding Balance Between Academics and the Job Search – Friday, January 27th from 12-1PM
• Resilience: Managing Setbacks and Redefining Success – Friday, February 10th from 12-1PM
• Overcoming Procrastination & Perfectionism – Friday, February 24th from 12-1PM

gFIRST Resources

Newbury Center  and Events

RISE First

First Gen NASPA

First-Gen Advising Guide

First-Generation Students Support Group

GMS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Terrier F1RSTS Advocate Directory

Hey BU/BU Today: What I Wished I’d Known as a First-Gen Grad Student

Tri Alpha Honor Society

Schedule a meeting with Newbury Center Director Maria Erb by clicking here.

Schedule a meeting with Newbury Center Assistant Director M.C. Damm by clicking here.