First-Gen News
FirstGen Forward Network Champion
As of July 2024, K-State has been recognized by FirstGen Forward as a nation leader in first-generation student success.
2024 Presidential Award of Excellence for Belonging
In the spring of 2024, Rebeca Paz was recognized for her outstanding work towards student belonging.
Dr. Christie Launius Named Associate Dean
First-generation college graduate, Dr. Christie Launius, has been named the Associate Dean for Student Success in the College of Arts and Sciences. Read the K-State Today article.
Commerce Bank Presidential Award
First-generation graduate student, Roselle Barretto, has been awarded the 2024 Commerce Bank Presidential Student Award for Distinguished Services in Enhancing Multiculturalism at Kansas State University.
2023 Outstanding Support for International Initiatives Award
The First-generation Student Center was recently named the recipient of the 2023 Outstanding Support for International Initiatives Award.