The First@Colgate program was proud to sponsor a slate of events in recognition of Colgate’s first-generation students as part of the National First-Generation College Celebration.
Faculty, staff, and students joined in celebration on campus and on social media Nov. 4 through 10 (#ProudToBeFirst, #FirstGeneration).
Proud To Be First Events
- First Friday Bowling Night in Sherrill, N.Y.
- Colgate Caretakers Community Service Project
- Virtual art showcase on social media (@Firstatcolgate on Instagram)
- Women’s Basketball First Gen Night
- National First-Generation College Celebration Day Reception
- Marketing Me Career Services workshop
First Friday
Class of '26 students pose for a picture during First Friday Bowling Night in Sherrill, N.Y.
Community Service
Eva Foketi '26, Joyce Ebikhumi '25, Stephanie Ramos '26 & Mieko Kim '23 pose with their cards during community service. The Colgate Caretakers made origami art and wrote care packages to combat social isolation in adults with conditions such as dementia and Alzheimer’s.
Women's Basketball First-Gen Night
Class of '26 & '25 Students pose for a picture as they cheer on the Women's Basketball Team during First-Gen Night.
Women's Basketball First-Gen Night
Fatima Williams '25, Jannah Zabadi '26 & Ollie Ezell '26 win prizes at First-Gen Night during the Women's Basketball Game.
Prof. Cory Duclos (far left) and Prof. Silvia Jimenez (far right) take the time to share their story with students during the National First-Generation Day Celebration.
