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First Gen Fridays 🎉

First Gen Fridays are a great way to kick off each month – offering free lunch, connection, and community.  It’s an easy opportunity to meet other first-generation students and staff members who are here to support your journey at UA! First Gen Fridays is one of our many opportunities for you to connect with other students you share common ground with. Check out the schedule below to learn more about how to connect for lunch at First Gen Friday.

First Gen Friday Events are the first Friday of each month in Russell Hall 300. Join us to meet new students, enjoy FREE food, and discover community!

September 2026

You're invited to First Gen Friday Friday, September 4 12PM-2PM | Russell Hall 323 Join us for football, Foosacklys, and a fabulous First Gen Friday Celebration!

Fall 2026 Schedule

  • October 2, 2026
  • November 6, 2026
  • December 4, 2026
Picture of students at a First-Gen Friday event talking, doing crafts, and eating food.
UA's mascot Big Al posing nest to a sign that says, "First Gen at UA".