First-Generation Center
@USCFIRST_GEN
The First-Generation Center is a resource for all first-generation college students at USC and is located in Maxcy College.
🟥DEADLINE EXTENDED - APPLY BY MAY 28 We're looking for a team member who is passionate about student success, event planning, and helping first-gen students network and thrive at @uofsc! Bachelor's degree and relevant experience are required. APPLY AT: uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/186467

We're looking for a new team member who is passionate about student success, event planning, and helping first-gen students network and thrive at @UofSC ! A bachelor's degree and relevant experience are required. APPLY BY MAY 23 uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/186467 #UofSC #UofSCjobs

Our #FirstGenGamecocks benefit from your participation in completing the First-Gen module on our website. The module gives you tips and expert advice on helping you connect with first-gen students across campus. Let us know when you complete the module! bit.ly/usc-firstgen-m…

Meet Mx. Lenyx Coviak, a Senior Political Science and Junior Social Work major! If you are a first-gen student or graduate @UofSC, and would like to share your exciting news, simply submit the First-Gen Spotlight form at: bit.ly/first-gen-spot… #FirstGenGamecocks #UofSC

Your mentor is a @UofSC professional resource who will encourage you to set out and achieve goals, and teach you about high-impact engagement opportunities, campus resources, and future career possibilities: Sign up by AUG 25: bit.ly/firstgen-mento… #UofSC #FirstGenGamecocks
Get paid with an internship with the @UofSC Press team! Each intern will earn a stipend of $1,000, to be paid out over the course of their semester with the Press (over 14 weeks/10 hours per week). Acquisitions - app.joinhandshake.com/emp/jobs/10026… Publishing - app.joinhandshake.com/emp/jobs/10027…
Future first-gen mentors @UofSC , please don't forget to sign up by August 15! #UofSC #FirstGenGamecocks #FirstGen
Become a #FirstGen mentor for Fall Semester 2025 @UofSC! Faculty, staff, graduate students, sophomores, juniors, & seniors are encouraged to participate! Get the details and submit the interest form by August 15: sc.edu/about/offices_… @gradschooluofsc @uofscstudents #uofsc
Today, LaNaé Budden, Ed.D. and Melissa Kupfer presented on during the NASPA Student Success in Higher Education Conference: “From Vision to Reality: Designing a First-Gen Center in One Year Through Collaborative Partnerships." @UofSC @NASPAtweets @FirstgenForward



Meet Tay Leaphart, a SPURS team member with University Housing this summer! If you are first-gen and would also like to share your summer plans, submit the First-Gen Spotlight form at: bit.ly/first-gen-spot… We always want to hear what's new with our #FirstGenGamecocks @UofSC!

Meet Shannon Schoultz, Esq., a first-gen Gamecock, who shares where her story began as a first-generation student to a first-generation lawyer: sc.edu/study/colleges… @UofSC @UofSC_HRSM #FirstGenGamecocks

On May 22, Assistant Director Melissa Kupfer received the @NASPAReg3 2025 Palmetto Award for her development of the First-Gen Networking Dinners at @UofSC. Congratulations, Melissa! Learn more about First-Gen Networking Dinners at: ow.ly/am2f50VXV2P @NASPA #HigherEd #UofSC

Have you completed the first-gen module? You can learn how to best support first-gen students @UofSC by watching the module from anywhere online! 💻Join your fellow Gamecocks who have already completed the module at: bit.ly/usc-firstgen-m… #FirstGenGamecocks #UofSC

Become a #FirstGen mentor for Fall Semester 2025 @UofSC! Faculty, staff, graduate students, sophomores, juniors, & seniors are encouraged to participate! Get the details and submit the interest form by August 15: sc.edu/about/offices_… @gradschooluofsc @uofscstudents #uofsc

🫶 We love to see you shine, first-gen graduates! If you are a first-gen alumni from @UofSC, submit the First-Gen Spotlight form to let us know about your achievements and goals since graduation: bit.ly/first-gen-spot… #ForeverToThee #UofSC #FirstGenGamecocks @UofSCalumni
We are proud to serve #FirstGenGamecocks @UofSC! #ccdd2025 #collegelife #rally #highereducation #students #highschool
As a first Generation college grad, I’m loving this crowd!
Be the first to see who is in the First-Gen Spotlight each month by subscribing to First-Gen News! We send you two emails a month full of opportunities for networking, scholarships, fun and so much more! SUBSCRIBE: ow.ly/bCZ050VJCkf #FirstGenGamecocks @UofSC #UofSC

Join us at noon today for more information on the Study Abroad Application! You can find us in Close-Hipp (Room 452). @uscstudyabroad @uofsc #FirstGenGamecocks #UofSC

First-Gen Spotlights are featured in two newsletters each month! You can learn more about Tori and upcoming First-Gen Spotlights when you are subscribed to our email newsletter: ow.ly/iR3N50VBTln #FirstGenGamecocks @UofSC @uofscstudents

⚾️ Join the First-Gen Student Advisory Board on April 24! *Free buffet (6–7:30pm or until it runs out!) *Free Fireflies hat *Free Pavilion seating ✨SIGN UP HERE: ow.ly/EuL950VwXI1 @uofsc #Uofsc #FirstGenGamecocks

First-Gen mentors and mentees are invited to attend an end-of-the-semester celebration. Enjoy lunch and fun giveaways while reflecting on the many accomplishments of the past year! RSVP TODAY: ow.ly/YC5e50VwL37 @UofSC #FirstGenGamecocks #UofSC
