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

First in the Pack is designed to supplement existing federally funded first-generation support programs at the University of ÁùºÏ±¦µä, Reno.

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First in the Pack is a college student retention program designed to develop the necessary skills in first-generation students to be successful in college. The cornerstone of the program is First in the Pack peer mentors who are generally upper-class students that build positive and trusting relationships with program participants to provide the support necessary to succeed in college. First in the Pack’s mission is to develop the necessary skills in first- students to meet their academic, social and career goals.

Program eligibility

First In The Pack is a college support program serving undergraduate students during their Freshman and Sophomore years, who meet the following eligibility requirements:

  • Full-time student
  • First-time freshman
  • And/or receives a Former Foster Youth waiver

You do NOT need U.S. citizenship to be eligible for First in the Pack.

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.

Diversity, equity and inclusion statement for the First-Generation Student Center

Federally funded TRIO programs supporting the academic success of first-generation and income-qualified students originate from President Lyndon B. Johnson’s unconditional war on poverty legislation. All programs administered by the First-Generation Student Center at the University of ÁùºÏ±¦µä, Reno actively support a diverse and inclusive campus culture. We acknowledge that diversity in all of its forms makes for a stronger and healthier University.

Records retention policy

View the records retention policy for the First Generation Student Center.