Let’s celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of #UMLFirst students, faculty and staff. This year, First-Gen Week @ UMass Lowell is Nov. 6-10.

Meet Some of Our First-Generation Students

Jamie-Lyn Cavallon poses at the top of Mount Washington.
Jamie-Lyn Cavallon '24
Meteorology

Jamie-Lyn Cavallon won an NSF-funded meteorology internship.

It was a great opportunity.
Read More About Jamie-Lyn Cavallon 
UMass Lowell student Wonder Ahiatsi poses with economics Professor Tommaso Tempesti.
Wonder Ahiatsi '23
Quantitative Economics

Wonder Ahiatsi chose UMass Lowell for its B.S. in quantitative economics.

Issues of economic policy affect the well-being of countries.
Read More About Wonder Ahiatsi 
Javier Palma stands in front of a white board in a UMass Lowell classroom
Javier Palma '23
Electrical Engineering, UTeach

Javier Palma is earning a teaching license along with his B.S. in electrical engineering.

I want to be a teacher who can create a much more comfortable classroom environment.
Read More About Javier Palma 
Ashley Rose in a room with piles of newspapers behind her
Ashley Rose Rivera '23
English-Creative Writing

As student newspaper editor, Ashley Rivera helps other people tell stories.

English is an amazing department. It’s a hidden gem.
Read More About Ashley Rose Rivera 
Nadine Chamoun in front of Needham Bank
Nadine Chamoun '21
Business Administration

Business student Nadine Chamoun stepped out of her comfort zone for an IT internship. And she’s glad she did.

All of my professors have been great. ... It’s super cool to connect with them and learn how they got to where they are.
Read More About Nadine Chamoun 
Justin Baez Peguero stands in front of framed images of flags from around the world
Justin Baez Peguero '24
Business

Justin Baez Peguero is studying business, working three jobs and serving in student government.

If you work hard and take chances in life, that’s how you get opportunities.
Read More About Justin Baez Peguero 

2023 First-Gen Week Events

Kennedy College of Sciences RHSA First-Gen Meet & Greet (& Pizza)

Tuesday, Nov. 7
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Olsen Hall, Room 330 

Register online now

The Kennedy College of Sciences welcomes all present and former RHSA students to share their experiences and questions with faculty and each other over pizza and refreshments. Registration is required.

First-Gen Week Tabling to Pick Up "Proud to be F1rst" Swag and Snacks

Wednesday, Nov. 8
2-5 p.m. (and pick up on Nov. 6-10)
University Crossing, first floor
Students, faculty and staff can come by and get their first-gen swag in celebration of First-Gen Week @UMass Lowell. No registration required.

First-Gen Fest: Food, Facts & Fun with the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Thursday, Nov. 9 
11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Coburn Hall, Room 255
Celebrate First-Gen Week at UMass Lowell at this drop in event! Come meet with RHSA peer leaders and faculty, win swag at the trivia corner and enjoy complimentary food with FAHSS! No registration required.

Zuckerberg College of Health Sciences Celebrates First-Gen Students, Faculty and Staff

Thursday, Nov. 9 
3:30-4:30 p.m.
O’Leary Library Mezzanine
Join faculty, staff and students from the Zuckerberg College of Health Sciences in celebrating first generation college students. A panel of faculty and staff who were first-generation students themselves will be there to talk about their experiences and answer your questions. Registration is required.

Let the Games Begin: An Evening of Games with Francis College of Engineering and RHSA

Thursday, Nov. 9 
5-7 p.m.
University Crossing, Second Floor, Club Hub
Join us in celebrating our first-gen students with a game night! We'll have game consoles, foosball, table soccer, and lots of space/tables for board games. Stay the entire time or pop-in/out as you'd like! Snacks and drinks will be provided. No registration required.

Manning School of Business Dinner with the Dean

Wednesday, Nov. 15
6-8 p.m.
Alumni Hall
Celebrate with first-generation business majors, Dean Greer, and your supportive faculty, staff and peer leaders from RHSA and your university! This night is all about you and is a great chance to network and learn more about opportunities in the college. Registration is required.
First-Gen Week @ UMass Lowell is sponsored by the River Hawk Scholars Academy, the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, the Francis College of Engineering, the Kennedy College of Sciences, the Manning School of Business, the Zuckerberg College of Health Sciences, the Asian American Center for Excellence & Engagement and the Office of Multicultural Affairs.

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