First Cats
The University of Arizona's first-gen students are represented in every facet of campus life – from classrooms to student centers, playing fields to research labs, behind a desk or up on stage – there are over 10,000 Wildcats (students, faculty, and staff) who are proud to be the first in their family to attend college.
There are resources on campus to support first-generation student success.
First Cats Events
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The First Cats STUDENT 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 U of A journey. We look forward to welcoming you into First Cats!
First Cats Mentoring Program
Calling all first-year (freshman) and second-year (sophomore) first-generation college students! First Cats partners with Thrive Mentoring to offer a peer-mentoring program to support you throughout your Wildcat journey, developing relationships with faculty, staff, and peers, and make connections to campus.
First Gen Cohort Experience
Interested in meeting with other first-gen students in a group setting, going through college together, and having a third-year student help you connect to everything that’s available to you? Join our First-Gen Cohort and experience college together! Just select the First-Gen Cohort option on the sign-up form.
First Cats Events & Programs
Share 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.
Outreach Request
If you would like more information about First Cats or would like to partner with us on a first-gen event, we want to hear from you.
Email us at firstcats@arizona.edu