Blue Gold Student Guide

BLUE GOLD GUIDE

FIRST-GENERATION

At UNK we continue to strengthen our position as a premiere destination for first-generation student success. We offer resources specifically designed for first-gen students and families to help them navigate the higher-education process. First-Generation is defined as a student whose parents have not completed a bachelor’s degree. Together let’s break down boundaries, help you connect and thrive on campus, and finish your degree to launch a successful career.

4 / 10 UNK undergraduates are first-generation (41.3%)

KEY STUDENT RESOURCES Used by all students, but are especially helpful for First-Gen Loper success. •TRIO Student Support Services •Learning Strategies •First-Year Program •Student Health and Counseling •Intercultural Engagement & Leadership •Academic Advising and Career Development •Financial Aid and Scholarship •Loper 2 Loper Mentoring •Student Life •Learning Commons

FIRST GENERATION STUDENT ORGANIZATION A registered student organization focused on creating stronger connections, meaningful experiences and successful outcomes for first generation students at UNK.

•Student Employment Services •Disability Services for Students

Join us! Learn more at unk.presence.io .

LEARN MORE AT UNK.EDU/FIRSTGEN

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