First-Generation College Celebration
The 2025 First-Generation College Celebration!
Took place on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 in the Strafford Room (MUB) from 11 AM to 2 PM and included:
11 AM - Welcome from President Chilton, Remarks from our four NH legislative offices, delicious food from Vida Cantina, Trailblazer pens and pennants, fun First-Gen Photo Frame selfies, professional headshot photobooth; Activities at Campus Partner tables--SHARPP Center, UNH Library, Student Financial Services, Tri-Alpha Honor Society, Health & Wellness, CREO, Carsey School of Public Policy, Aulbani J. Beauregard Center for Equity, Justice, and Freedom, TRIO Scholars (SSS), Northeast Passage, and City Year New Hampshire
12 Noon - First Round of Free Giveaways! Moderated Student Panel featuring Shevis Hankins, Emory Stevens, and Pedro Doukas, moderated by Marcella Wondal (TRIO Scholars). First round of free giveaways!
1:00 PM - Second round of free giveaways! Interactive/Networking Event led by Kaley Lambert, TRIO Scholars. Get to know who else on campus is first-gen!
2:00 PM - Final Round of Free Giveaways! Closing remarks
4:00 -6:00 PM in MUB 334/336 UNH Graduate School First-Generation Reception
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This annual event is made possible by the amazing volunteers of the First-Gen Celebration Planning Committee offering their time, expertise, and creative ideas, and the financial support of the McDonough Family Program Fund.
The First-Generation College Celebration is a wonderful opportunity to hear from first-gen UNH students. Last year, Mauricio Fridlund and Khushi Patel shared their experiences and insights to success at UNH. Here's a group of students with President Chilton and Senator Maggie Hassan!
