Welcome to the First-Generation Students Community at the University of Florida! The resources and tools provided here have been thoughtfully curated to support you as a first-generation college student.
This community includes information and resources to empower you in building your career and professional development at UF and beyond. Take the time to explore articles, blog posts, and success stories from fellow first-gen students. Discover ways to make the most of your time at UF, like getting involved in student organizations, connecting with first-gen alumni, and utilizing real-time labor market data to guide your career choices.
“Boundaries” has become a sort of buzzword surrounding people and things that make us uncomfortable, but what actually are boundaries, and how do we set them? Why are boundaries important in work-life balance? Let’s chat!
For first-generation college students—those who are the first in their family to attend and graduate from college—entering the job market can bring unique challenges. They may face hurdles that other students, particularly those with more established family networks, don’t have …
LinkedIn gets a lot of hate, and much of it is well deserved. But it is still an excellent tool to level up your career. In this episode, I break down why LinkedIn is still an extremely powerful tool for …
Social and professional connection online is nearly inevitable these days, but how do we maintain privacy and curate the online experience that works best for us? Here are 10 tips to protect your digital privacy.
On this week’s episode of Timeout with TWN, we chatted with Dr. Derrick Burgess, first-generation orthopedic surgeon and host of the incredible podcast, TimeOut with the SportsDr. Hear how Derrick used his own experience as an athlete navigating injury to enter the medical field. Plus, learn how he works to support athletes in their health …
Pre-Law students seeking financial aid and scholarship support should utilize AccessLex Institute. This website offers many free resources and webinars …
Experiential Learning encompasses diverse personal and professional activities, engaging you beyond the classroom to gain practical insights, develop knowledge and …
