First-generation Student Center

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.

Tri-alpha inductees stand on the stage.

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

Champion Campus

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

Fall 2025 Events

Pumpking Painting | October 22, 5:00 - 7:00 pm | K-State Student Union Courtyard

National First-generation Student Day | November 8

First-generation Student Celebration | November 11, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm | K-State Student Union Courtyard

Proud to be First Scholarship Awards | November 11, 12:00 - 1:00 pm | K-State Student Union Courtyard

Tri-Alpha Induction Ceremony | November 12, 4:00 - 5:00 pm | Forum Hall

Download printable version (pdf).

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