First-generation Student Center

Welcome home, Wildcats!

The staff of the First-generation Student Center is available at our location in Holtz Hall 101 as well as remotely. Send us an email 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.

Getting started

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.

Celebrating our graduates

Save the date! 9th Annual First-generation Graduation Cord Ceremony

May 15, 2026 | 7:00-8:00 pm | Forum Hall, K-State Student Union

Be recognized at commencement with a green first-generation honor cord that symbolizes your journey - and the future you're building.

Learn more about the ceremony

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Student Resources

Helpful resources for current and prospective students and their families.

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Tri-Alpha Honorary Society

An honorary society for first-generation scholars

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TRIO Educational Supportive Servies

Individualized academic support for first-gen students

Apply now.

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.

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.

Support first-generation students at K-State