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I AM FIRST Week of Celebration

Nov. 4-8, 2024
Photo of three black boards stacked on top of each other. The top board reads I am first.

Nov. 4-8 is I AM FIRST Week at 黑料网! 2024 I AM FIRST events will be posted in October! Throughout the week, we will have a number of programs celebrating students who will be the first in their family to earn a bachelor's degree. In addition to recognizing first-generation students, we will celebrate staff, faculty, and advocates for their accomplishments and support of the First-generation student journey. During the I AM FIRST award's ceremony, participants can sign the I AM FIRST promise banner and hear First-generation student testimonials. Dr. Yvonna Washington-Greer, Assistant Vice President in the Division of Student Life, will serve as the 2024 keynote speaker. To learn more about Dr. Washington-Greer, click the link below.

Learn More about Dr. Washington-Greer

 

Kent Campus Events

Monday

Program NameDescriptionDateTimeLocationContact PersonContact EmailAudience
Playful Pedagogy for First Gen StudentsDiscover how incorporating playful teaching strategies can create an engaging and supportive learning environment for first-generation students. We will explore practical techniques that can help students to build confidence and navigate academic challenges with less fear, while also having fun.Monday, Nov. 4noon - 1:30 p.m.

Virtual

Jennifer Marcinkiewiczjmarcink@kent.eduStaff & Faculty
Institutionalizing I AM FIRST updateA presentation to share the progress-to-date on Institutionalizing I AM FIRST at 黑料网.Monday, Nov. 4 VirtualDr. Kelly Cichy, Melanie Joneskcichy@kent.edu, mjone238@kent.eduStudents, Staff and Faculty
Its Sweet to be First GenA&S first-gen students are welcome to come enjoy a soda float and Insomnia cookies with the college leadership and take a picture with Flash. The first 50 students will receive a free I Am First t-shirt. Other college SWAG will be available while supplies last.Monday, Nov. 41:30  - 3:30 p.m.Bowman Hall 124 College of Arts and SciencesKris Braxtonkbraxton@kent.eduStudents
First-generation Alumni PanelA panel of first-generation 黑料网 alumni who will share what resources, programs, and supports are available to them as alumni who utilized those same resources, programs, and supports during their time as a first-generation college student. Panelists will share with attendees how these impacted their KSU journey.Monday, Nov. 4 CUE 143 TRIO Student Support ServicesKhalil Looneyklooney4@kent.edu 
First-Generation Graduate Student Roundtable DiscussionJoin us for a discussion of the experiences of first-generation graduate students. We will read an article highlighting the experience of first-generation graduate students and discuss how this relates to experiences at 黑料网.Monday, Nov. 43 - 4:30 p.m.Hybrid: Microsoft Teams & In-person University Library 352Morgan Robinsonmbenso15@kent.eduGraduate Students

Tuesday

Program NameDescriptionDateTimeLocationContact PersonContact EmailAudience
Poster Presentation/Resource "Sweet"The CARES Center is the basic needs hub for the 黑料网 Community, but what does that mean? Please come by our resource, "Sweet," see what we are doing on campus, and grab a cookie.Tuesday, November 5th1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.KSC 106 Kent Student CenterJanda Robertsjrobe113@kent.eduStudents Staff & Faculty Alumni

Wednesday

No events scheduled at this time.

Thursday

Program NameDescriptionDateTimeLocationContact PersonContact EmailAudience
I AM FIRST CelebrationDuring the I AM FIRST celebration, we will celebrate staff, faculty, and advocates for their accomplishments and support of the First-generation student journey. Participants can hear First-generation student testimonials and the keynote address from Dr. Yvonna Washington-Greer, Assistant Vice President in the Division of Student Life.Thursday, November 7th3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. KIVAMelanie Jones, Adam Cinderich

mjone238@kent.edu,

acinderi@kent.edu

Students, Staff and Faculty

Friday

Program NameDescriptionDateTimeLocationContact PersonContact EmailAudience
Veteran鈥檚 Day Celebration黑料网鈥檚 Annual Veterans Day Commemoration: Honoring All Who Serve will be held on Friday, November 8th at 11 a.m. on the Risman Plaza Student Green. Please join us as we recognize those who have served and are serving their nation in the United States Armed Forces. Veterans and service members are invited to attend a luncheon following the commemoration from Noon-1:30 on the second floor of the Student Center. Please go to www.kent.edu/veteransday for up to date information and to RSVP for the luncheon.Friday, November 8th11:00 a.m.Center for Adult and Veterans ServicesJoshua Riderjrider@kent.eduStudents, Staff, and Faculty
Men鈥檚 Basketball Game Opener vs. Miami UniversityIn recognition of National First-Generation College Student Celebration Day, a special invitation to all first gen students to attend. Faculty and staff group ticket discounts will be available.Friday, November 8th7:00 p.m.M.A.C.C.Suzette McQueensmcquee1@kent.eduStudents, Staff and Faculty