First Generation Students
Are you the first in your family to go to college or pursue a four-year degree? So were we!
The term "first-generation college student" is defined as a college student whose parents have not earned a degree from a four-year college or university.
As Academic Advisors and Coaches, we want to offer you concierge advising services for First-Generation in College students!
Whether you are an incoming student who needs assistance with on-boarding or a freshman or sophomore, we are here to help! We will even answer questions for your parents as they help you navigate college life!
![Allison](/uas/images/headshots/allison.jpg)
Allison Rodgers Zapata, M.A.
Assistant Director Academic Coach/Advisor
First-Generation Advising Lead & Advisor
![Cassidy](/uas/images/headshots/cassidy.jpg)
Cassidy Largen
Academic Coach/Advisor
First-Generation Advisor
![Jenna](/uas/images/headshots/jenna.jpg)
Academic Advisor/Coach
First-Generation Advisor
![Jenna](/uas/images/headshots/amber.jpg)
Academic Advisor/Coach
First-Generation Advisor
![Mary](/uas/images/headshots/patterson-new.jpg)
Mary Downing Patterson
Associate Director, University Honors Program
First-Generation Advisor