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First-Generation College Celebration Week

November 4-8

Sign up for special events while spots are still available!
Some of our events have limited availability during our celebration week, and you will need to sign up to participate:
  • Snag a ticket for the Men's Basketball game on November 4!

  • Tailgate with us on Greene Street in front of the Russell House on November 8!

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SIGN UP CLOSED - 0 SPOTS AVAILABLE FOR THE FOLLOWING SPECIAL EVENTS
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  • Professional headshots on the Horseshoe on November 4
  • First-Gen Student Recognition Breakfast in the Hollings Library on November 6

SEE ALL EVENTS DURING CELEBRATION WEEK!

Not all events require you to sign up to paricipate. Check out each day's list of events, and set a reminder to have some fun the first week of November. We can't wait to celebrate YOU!

 

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