First-Generation College Student Week 2023
Join us for First-Generation College Student Week 2023 on November 6-9 at Cal Poly Pomona!
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Monday, November 6
Kick-Off Celebration
Location: University Park
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Join us as we kick-off First-Gen Student Week at CPP! We'll have tons of resources, prizes, a photo booth and more!
No RSVP Required
Mindfulness Mondays with the Cesar E. Chavez Center for Higher Education & CAPS
Location: Online
Time: 3:15 to 3:45 p.m.
Join us for some mindfulness activities to start your week off positively! Hosted by Maria Gisela, therapist from CAPS.
Unwritten Rules: First-Gen's Guide to Success
Location: Online
Time: 4 to 5 p.m.
Tuesday, November 7
Bite Of Reality: Budget Simulation
Location: BSC, Ursa Major (located in the Bronco Student Center)
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Join us as we partner with SchoolsFirst Credit Union to participate in a fun and interactive workshop to practice your budgeting skills as part of our First-Gen Week activities.
Fearless Classroom
Location: Building 15, Room 1807
Time: 12 to 12:50 p.m.
Earn a digital badge upon completion of all four workshops. Strengthen your skills and learn about yourself as we discuss communication, confidence and teamwork.
First-Gen Crew: Imposter Syndrome & Your Sense of Belonging
In-Person: Building 66-126
Time: 12 to 12:50 p.m.
This session is third in a series of four tutor-led meetings. The session will focus on the imposter syndrome and tips on how to address it and establish a sense of belonging at CPP.
Investing and Making Big Purchases
Location: Online
Time: 6 to 7 p.m.
SchoolsFirst Credit Union is excited to present this educational session, offering valuable tips and strategies to help you achieve your financial goals. Whether you're planning for your dream home or looking to grow your wealth, this event will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to make informed financial decisions. Don't miss this opportunity to secure your financial future!
Wednesday, November 8
First-Gen Resources and Information Workshop
Location: Building 15, Room 2907
Time: 1 to 2 p.m.
Join us as we start you off with a discussion of some of the resources CPP has available for you. This is your chance to ask questions, make friends, and learn a bit about what the next few years as a student may bring.
CPP Dining First-Gen Q & A
Location: Online
Time: 3 to 4 p.m.
Learn from First-Gen CPP Dining Staff Members about their experience in college at CPP and working with Dining Services.
Lessons in Perseverance: A First-Gen's Journey from Student to Profesora at the CSU
Location: BSC, Ursa Major B
Time: 3:30 to 5:15 p.m.
Dra. Maricela Becerra García is proud to be "CSU made" as a double alumna of CSU Long Beach. Now, as a professor at CSU Channel Islands, she reflects on her journey navigating academia as a first-gen and undocumented student, immigrant, English learner, and mother. In this talk, she will share some lessons learned along the way and what she wished someone had told her as she pursued higher education.
No RSVP Required
First-Gen on Tap!
Location: Innovation Brew Works
Time: 5:30 to 9 p.m.
Stop by and learn how you can be connected to a mentor/mentee and meet other first-gen students, faculty and staff in a fun and engaging environment. You can also feel good about eating and drinking for a cause! Proceeds from IBW purchases will go towards establishing a first-gen student scholarship.
Wear Your First-Gen Shirt on Nov. 8!
Thursday, November 9
Beading Circle with the Native American Student Center
Location: Building 26, Room 104
Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Native American Student Center is hosting a Beading Circle where students can learn about Native American culture by doing beadwork. Here, student scholars can come together outside of classroom, talk, reflect, create, find peace, and promote their cultural resistance.
Fearless Classroom II
Location: Building 15, Room 1807
Time: 12 to 12:50 p.m.
Earn a digital badge upon completion of all four workshops. Strengthen your skills and learn about yourself as we discuss communication, confidence, teamwork.
Instant Access Complete at CPP
Location: Online
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.
Learn what you need to know about CPP’s digital automatic billing course materials program, IAccess Complete.
Hot Topics in Immigration for Undocumented and Mixed CPP Community Members
Location: Online
Time: 1 p.m.
Dive into some hot topics in Immigration with CARECEN! We will give an overview of topics such as the California Dream Act, getting a California ID or drivers license, and immigration do's and don'ts.
Stretching Your On-Campus Food Budget
Location: Online
Time: 2 to 3 p.m.
Learn how to join the meal plan club and learn about meal plan club perks.
Scholarships with Sallie Mae
Location: Online
Time: 4 p.m.
In collaboration with Sallie Mae, we will be presenting on scholarships. How and where to apply, and writing the essay tips and tricks.
Thank you to our campus partners!
Cal Poly Pomona First-Gen Week is brought to you by I AM FIRST, RAMP, Learning Resource Center, PolyTransfer, Bronco Navigators, ARCHES, MEP-WiSE, Centers for Transformation, Retention, Equity and Empowerment (TREE), Student Support and Equity Programs (SSEP), Student Engagement, Leadership and Success (SELS), Bronco Advising Center (BAC), Care Center, Career Center, Center for Community Engagement, Disability Resource Center (DRC), CAPS, Library, OREP, Project CAMINOS, and Foundation Enterprises.