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First-Gen Week is November 3–7

Celebrate First-Gen Week as we highlight and honor IU’s first-generation community!   This year’s theme is “The Future is First Gen: On Our Generational Run.” Join the generational run and help celebrate our first-generation students as they shape the future at IU!  Check out opportunities to participate in First-Gen Week below and RSVP on beINvolved… Read more »

Oct 27, 2025

Celebrate First-Gen Week as we highlight and honor IU’s first-generation community!  

This year’s theme is “The Future is First Gen: On Our Generational Run.” Join the generational run and help celebrate our first-generation students as they shape the future at IU! 

Check out opportunities to participate in First-Gen Week below and RSVP on beINvolved to reserve your spot. 

Monday, November 3

First-Gen Week Kick-Off 
10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Wells Library 

Sign the First-Gen Banner and enjoy free Parlor Doughnuts as we kick off First-Gen Week.

Tuesday, November 4

First-Gen Day of Celebration 
11–2 p.m.
IMU Alumni Hall 

Connect and celebrate during this come-and-go event with food, giveaways, and more.

Thursday, November 6

First-Gen Legacy-Building Dinner 
6–8 p.m.
IMU Alumni Hall 

Take this opportunity to share a meal with your family and first-generation community. 

Friday, November 7

First-Gen Friday 
12–1:30 p.m.
Briscoe Quad Academic Support Center 

Enjoy free food and communal conversation with fellow first-generation students.

Learn more on the First-Generation and Limited-Income Programs beINvolved page. 

All Indiana University events, groups, activities, and educational, cultural, and historical observances welcome all IU students and other members of the Indiana University community. 

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