The purpose of the HSC First-Generation Initiative is to:

·         Foster a sense of community

·         Develop supportive programming

·         Create visibility around those who identify as First-Generation

This community includes students, faculty, staff, postdocs, and alumni at the Health Sciences Center.

First-Generation Graduate Student: An individual who is the first of their family to earn a Bachelor’s degree – and is now working towards a graduate degree.

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