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First in the Pack: A first-generation college support program

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First in the Pack is a college student retention program for first-generation students during their first two years at the Βι¶ΉΣ³»­. The cornerstone of the program is experienced peer mentors who meet regularly with program participants to provide individual guidance and support. The mission of First in the Pack’s is to develop the necessary skills in first-generation students to meet their academic, social and career goals.

Program eligibility

Students must meet at least one of the following eligibility criteria to participate in First in the Pack:

  • First-generation student (neither parent has a bachelor’s degree)
  • First-time freshman or sophomore student
  • Full-time enrollment

You do NOT need U.S. citizenship to be eligible for First in the Pack. University students who have experienced foster care may be eligible for Fostering the Pack and/or First in the Pack. Please reach out to Dr. James Beattie at jbeattie@unr.edu for more information.

Program expectations

  • Attend a program orientation
  • Regularly meet with assigned peer mentor throughout the semester
  • Attend semester workshops by the First-Generation Student Center
  • Regularly check emails for program announcements and opportunities
  • Complete assigned curriculum exercises with assigned peer mentors through Webcampus
  • Maintain regular communication with peer mentors throughout the semester
  • Submit a faculty progress report every semester

Our mission

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Our mission is to develop the necessary skills in first-generation students meet their educational, social, and career goals.