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First-generation Student Center

Your home for all things first-gen!

We are here for you

The staff of the First-generation Student Center is available at our location in Holtz Hall 101 as well as remotely. You may email us at rpaz@ksu.edu or firstgen@ksu.edu with questions, or if you would like to set up a time to meet. Please let us know how we can support you.

Be sure to visit our Resources page to view on campus resources as well as our First-generation Student College Checklist.

Wecome home, Wildcats!

We are excited you'll be a part of our community as first-gen cats! Our center is here to support you every step of the way.

 

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Student Resources

Helpful resources for current and prospective students and their families.

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Tri-Alpha Honorary Society

Celebrate 2025 Tri-Alpha inductees on November 12

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TRIO Educational Supportive Servies

Individualized academic support for first-gen students

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Champion Campus

K-State is a national leader advancing first-generation student success

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Celebrate K-State!
On April 8, we're celebrating all things purple and first-generation student success! During this year's Day of Giving, we'll be raising funds to support the programs our first-generation students have come to know and love.
Learn more about how you can get involved. 

 

 

Glossary of Terms
First-gen College Checklist
FAQs

 

High achieving first-generation students are invited to join Tri-Alpha. Find out more information!

 

Proud to Be First

K-State's First-generation Student Center fosters first-generation student success.

 

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