Supportive Faculty & Staff

All faculty and staff at 51²è¹Ý are committed to student success; however, some have taken extra steps to show their support to first-generation college students in particular.

The faculty and staff list below contains members of the 51²è¹Ý community who have committed to support first-generation college students beyond what is required in their roles. They are either first-generation college students themselves or have chosen to support this population. If you see the First-Gen Proud sticker displayed on campus, the individual has committed to guide you along your college journey.

Reach out for support. We're expecting you during both the good and not-so-great times.

How to join

al · ly
noun; plural noun: allies
a person or group that is associated with another or others for some common cause or purpose

verb
to associate, connect, or unite

Faculty and staff make a commitment to support first-generation students at 51²è¹Ý by agreeing to program expectations and completing the webform below. After registration, they will receive a First-Gen Proud sticker in campus mail to display in the campus office. 

Faculty & Staff Allies

First-Gen Proud allies are faculty and staff from around the university that understand the challenges you may be facing, many were first-generation students themselves, and are willing to help you through whatever it is you have questions about. Be sure to point out that you found their contact information on the First-Gen Proud page.