George Mason University's First-Gen+ Center

George Mason University's First-Gen+ Center George Mason University's First-Gen+ Center

Join us for a virtual wellness support chat tailored specifically for first-generation college students, where we will e...
03/04/2025

Join us for a virtual wellness support chat tailored specifically for first-generation college students, where we will explore the unique struggles and triumphs of navigating higher education as a first-gen student.

Throughout this session, you’ll have the opportunity to share your experiences, learn from others, and gain practical tools to build community and supportive connections. Together, we will discuss strategies for overcoming challenges, navigating complex academic and social situations, and celebrating your accomplishments along the way.

Join the First-Gen+ center, FirstGen@Mason, and STEP in their first paint and sip event of the semester. We would like t...
02/28/2025

Join the First-Gen+ center, FirstGen@Mason, and STEP in their first paint and sip event of the semester. We would like to invite you all to come out for an afternoon of painting and relaxation. We will be in the Sub1 Quad on Wednesday March 5th from 12:00pm-1:30pm!

We are excited to offer a FREE Immigration Legal Clinic on Wednesday, March 5th at 3:30-5PM via Zoom in partnership with...
02/27/2025

We are excited to offer a FREE Immigration Legal Clinic on Wednesday, March 5th at 3:30-5PM via Zoom in partnership with American University’s Defending the Dream Initiative. This event is open to any current GMU student who has questions about their immigration situation, would like to explore and understand their immigration options, and/or is in need to consult with immigration legal expert.

A special thank you to our incredible graduate assistants, AJ Mustafa and Amanda, who serve as the backbone of our First...
04/04/2024

A special thank you to our incredible graduate assistants, AJ Mustafa and Amanda, who serve as the backbone of our First-Gen+ Center and make it applicable for us to best support Mason First-Gen Students! We appreciate all you have done for us and the drive and dedication you bring to our office doesn’t go unnoticed, we are forever grateful! 💛💚

will be hosting a virtual event to learn more about income generating options for immigrants this Tuesday. Undocumented...
01/26/2024

will be hosting a virtual event to learn more about income generating options for immigrants this Tuesday. Undocumented, DACA and TPS holders, and asylum-seekers are encouraged to attend!

The First-Gen+ Center is partnering with UndocuMason, FWD.us, and the I Am An Immigrant Campaign to redouble our support...
10/25/2023

The First-Gen+ Center is partnering with UndocuMason, FWD.us, and the I Am An Immigrant Campaign to redouble our support for immigrants of all backgrounds on the I Stand With Immigrants Day of Action.

Please stop by the SUB I Quad today from 11AM to 2PM for a Fall Festival in recognition of today’s National Day of Action. There will be some refreshments, treats, games, and giveaways!

STEP is hosting an Ice Cream Social as their kickoff event to the new school year TODAY from 2-4pm in Sub1 suite 2400. T...
09/21/2023

STEP is hosting an Ice Cream Social as their kickoff event to the new school year TODAY from 2-4pm in Sub1 suite 2400. This event is open to all First-gen+ students, please feel free to come out and grab a scoop while supplies last.

Today, we celebrate the 11 anniversary of DACA. Though the future of the program is uncertain we at the First-Gen+ Cente...
06/15/2023

Today, we celebrate the 11 anniversary of DACA. Though the future of the program is uncertain we at the First-Gen+ Center stand in solidarity with all undocumented immigrants. To learn more about the DACA program and the on going fight to keep DACA visit our website or our office.

UndocuMason invites you to register for the First Gen+ Center’s upcoming Undocumented and Refugee Student Success Summit...
04/20/2023

UndocuMason invites you to register for the First Gen+ Center’s upcoming Undocumented and Refugee Student Success Summit! The deadline to RSVP through the link in our bio is this Friday! The purpose of this summit is to bring together stakeholders and students together to dialogue, learn, practice, and develop goals and intentional strategies that promote the inclusion, experience, and success of students from undocumented and refugee backgrounds in post-secondary education in the United States. We look forward to seeing you all there! Link in the Bio!!

CALLING ALL SPRING, SUMMER, AND FALL 2023 GRADUATES!CCEE and the First-Gen+ Center is proud to present our annual Cultur...
03/23/2023

CALLING ALL SPRING, SUMMER, AND FALL 2023 GRADUATES!
CCEE and the First-Gen+ Center is proud to present our annual Cultural Graduation Ceremony on May 6th at 5PM in the JC Atrium!
If you are set to graduate and want to collect a cultural stole, for your respective community, to wear for the BIG DAY, please join us by registering for the event by April 10th link in our Bio. We hope to see you there! 🎓💛💚 credit:

Navigating college can be challenging, especially if you are the first one to do so. We know our students sometimes need...
02/01/2023

Navigating college can be challenging, especially if you are the first one to do so. We know our students sometimes need a place to turn to for information on demand. So, we at the First-Gen+ Center are proud to announce our resource guide is now live on our website! Inside this living document find information on financial aid, housing, clothing, commonly used terms, refugee student resources, and much more! Link in the bio!

Welcome back Mason Nation! Now that we are back in the swing of things, we are happy to announce the launch of the I AM ...
01/25/2023

Welcome back Mason Nation! Now that we are back in the swing of things, we are happy to announce the launch of the I AM FIRST Podcast. This season I AM FIRST will explore what it means to be first-gen, the first-gen college experience, the first-gen immigrant experience, the first-gen international student, experience the transition first-gen student to first-gen professional and much more! Now available where ever you get your podcasts. Please rate, comment and share!
https://open.spotify.com/show/3jw65pJ56PT7t55P3WqKM1
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-am-first-podcast/id1667870881

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4469 Aquia Creek Lane, MSN 2F6, Student Union Building I, Suite 2400
Fairfax, VA
22030

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Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
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Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
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