Student Organizations

Co-curricular activities, sports, clubs and organizations, Greek Life and other campus activities and events are key to your success at 51²è¹Ý. They provide strong support networks for new and continuing students and help them build a sense of belonging.

Explore some first-generation-specific student organizations or consider joining another one of over 500 51²è¹Ý organizations.

First-generation-specific student organizations

First-Generation Association

First-Generation Association (FGA) is an educational organization which exists to foster a community of people interested in all aspects of being a first-gen student. FGA connects first-generation students by: promoting academic resources, creating a community at 51²è¹Ý that welcomes students from different backgrounds, connecting and creating partnerships with other first-gen students in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. For more information, find and join FGA on .

First-Generation Law Student Association

First-Generation Law Student Association (FGLSA) is a student organization that is led by first-gen law students and for first-gen law students.
Who is a first-gen law student? A law student who is the first in their immediate family to graduate with a bachelor’s degree.

FGLSA is focused on creating a community for first-generation law students. This organization will provide networking opportunities among members and alumni, give professional advice, and create social activities. For more information, find and join FGLSA on .

Other 51²è¹Ý student organizations

Joining and leading a student organization is a key part of the Mustang experience, whether you're first-generation or not. Some of the benefits of campus involvement include:

  • building community and making friends;
  • exploring interests and finding passions;
  • developing professional skills and talents;
  • preparing for a career and life after graduation.