FIRST-GEN

Since we began this initiative, we have been overwhelmed with the positive response. We've discovered that UC Davis has hundreds of first-gen faculty, and that you have inspiring stories to share. And we've heard from many staff who would like to be involved. Your stories, advice, and encouragement can make a tremendous difference. We're gathering stories to share on the website or by social media. If you'd like to participate, contact Sharon Knox at scknox@ucdavis.edu ... About the Initiative 42% of UC Davis undergraduates are first-generation college students, meaning that they grew up in households without a parent or guardian who had completed a four-year college degree. As they make their way through the unfamiliar landscape of our university, anxieties about belonging may loom large.