First Cats
The UA’s first-gen community is represented in every facet of campus life – from classrooms to cultural centers, playing fields to research labs, behind a desk or up on stage – there are over 10,000 UA students, faculty, and staff who are proud to be the first in their family to attend college.
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The First Cats Experience
Whether you're a first year student getting used to campus or a senior getting ready to graduate, First Cats is here for every step of your UA journey. We look forward to welcoming you into the First Cats community!
Learn MoreFirst Cats Events & Programs
First Cats offers first-generation college students, faculty, and staff opportunities to explore and take pride in their first-generation experience. We host campus-wide events and programs open to all first-generation college students, faculty, staff, and supporters.
Learn MoreShare Your First Cats Story
Storytelling is a powerful way to connect with others. If you are a first-generation college student or graduate, we would love to hear your unique story.
Share Your StoryFirst Cat Staff/Faculty & Collaborations
Are You a First Cat Staff/Faculty Member? If you are a staff or faculty member who is a first-generation student/graduate, we also want to connect with you.
Do you or your office want to learn more about how to support first-generation college students at the University of Arizona? If your answer is yes, we cannot wait to work with you!
Learn More & Join UsFirst Cats Trainings
Learn more about first-gen students at Arizona and how you can center them in your classes, programs, advising and more. Sign up for a training today!
Learn MoreFirst Cats Graduation
Join us for the first ever graduation event for first-generation students in the beautiful new Health Sciences Innovation Building on Sunday, May 5, 2019.
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