Join the Task Force

The First-Generation Task Force is comprised of faculty and staff from all over campus. There are eight sub-committees: Alumni Outreach and Advancement, Data and Research, Faculty, Financial Resources, Logistics, Marketing, Professional Development, and Student Engagement.

To learn more or to join one of the sub-committees listed above, please contact a Sub-committee Chair/Co-Chair:

Get involved

Supporting First-Generation Students

First-generation faculty can:

1. Identify yourself as first-generation on the first day of classes each quarter and invite students (first generation or otherwise) who would like to learn more about your academic journey to attend office hours.  
2. Initiate conversations with other first-generation faculty in your department and college or school, and identify student outreach opportunities with your department or college.
3. Wear your Flying First wristband during the first week of class and/or throughout the semester.

All faculty can:

1. Make a positive statement about the high percentage of first-generation students at Rowan University and express interest in supporting their success.
2. Learn about issues confronting first-generation students by reading the research. 
3. Familiarize yourself with Flying First resources and other support services available on campus and encourage first-generation students to make use of those services.
4. Remember that your language matters - be careful how much higher education jargon you use! You can also refer students to our glossary of terms.

Source

Podcasts

Research