Throughout the year, we organize conversations, informal talks, pizza parties and other events that bring first-generation students together with faculty mentors and alumni. Exploring topics ranging from imposter syndrome to social barriers, academic uncertainties to career possibilities, these events offer important connections and resources for students and mentors. Learn about our upcoming events and recent news, and how to support these and other CAHSS First-Generation College Student Program initiatives.
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
Dinner and a Discussion on Social Conventions
Join the CAHSS First-Generation College Student Program and Professor Chad Leahy for a dinner and discussion. Dr. Leahy will be leading a conversation on social conventions. Please RSVP using the link below. Contact Renissa.Gannie@du.edu with any questions.
DU’s Anthropology Department welcomes new assistant professor and cultural anthropologist Kelly Fayard. A former assistant dean and director for the Native American Cultural Center at Yale College, Fayard emphasizes the importance of supporting and mentoring Native students, as well as first-generation, low-income, LGBTQ+ and/or BIPOC students in her classrooms.
When Steve Johnson (BSME '67) chose the University of Denver for his undergraduate education, two factors mattered most: He wanted a good program in mechanical engineering and, as a first-generation college student from a low-income family in Portland, Oregon, he needed significant financial aid. He also had an interest in music.
Programs like 1GenU, along with The Center for Multicultural Excellence and student affinity groups, are working to support first-generation college students at DU.
Help Us Support Mentorship and Events for CAHSS First-Gen Students
Go to the graduate admission application to submit your information. For information on admission requirements, visit the graduate academic programs page and locate your program of interest.
