First-Gen Module
Through our partnership with FirstGen Forward, we are excited to offer USC faculty
and staff this online training to show you the many ways you can enrich the college
experience of a first-generation student.
Duration: 60 minutes, self-paced
Don't forget to complete step 2 once you have completed the module.
Presented by: FirstGen Forward
Your participation matters, so please fill out this form to let us know that you have completed this first-gen module.
We will be posting names of first-gen superstar supporters who completed the module - unless you tell us not to list your name on the form.
Thank you!
Thank you!
The First-Generation Center would like to thank the following USC faculty and staff members for completing our new First-Gen Module. Your dedication helps build a supportive environment for the 20% of USC students who are first-generation.
2025 Completions |
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| Brandon Applegate Kelsey Ashford Ashley Bailey-Taylor Hilary Brannon Caitlyn Brockington Camea Cato Clara Crow Kelly DeShazo Kayla Diggs Lauren Epps Art Farlowe Casey Fox Roger Fowler Rebecca Greenfield Rachel Greiner Rob Grookett |
Jazmine Lara Guerrero Teresa Harrison Nicole Hair Leslie Hendrix Julia Hodge Rushondra James Sabrina McClure Lauren Meccia Robin Miles Brandi Moore Ali Mathwig Helen Powers Alyssa Stephens |
2024 Completions |
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| Nora Abouissa Julia Ballou Rose Booze Bill Brown Brandi Byers Whitney Cagle Chelsea Corbett Kirby Cranford Sarah Deloach Kelly DeShazo Brie Dunn Amber Fallucca Vicki Fecas Dan Friedman Dominique Gandy Casey Goldston Giraudy Juliana Glynn Kelly Goldbert Veronica Gonzalez Kiara Hare Ayla Hughes Stephanie Hunter |
Kristen Iden Kristen Jones Avril Lail Helen Le Nicole Matros Anna May Elizabeth Miller Rachel Onley Cierra Pinckney Stephanie Porter DeAnna Risher Deborah Rowell Morgan Ruebusch Mara Sansolo Kimberly Seibels Sonya Singleton Kristy Sokol Alexander Stevens Christine Vahlstrom Kate Weaver Sarah Wright |
Become a first-gen mentor for Fall 2025!
Join us in building a community of belonging and success at USC—because your guidance as a first-gen mentor can inspire the leaders of tomorrow.
What you can expect as a mentor...
Your commitment to your mentee takes place once a week for at least one hour over six weeks (September 15-October 27). Here are the steps you'll take to become a mentor:
- Complete the mentor interest form by August 15!
- Attend orientation - Once you have submitted the interest form you will be emailed a link to sign up for orientation.
- Join us at the Fall 2025 First-Gen Mentor Program Kick-off on September 3 at 6:30 PM. Mentors and mentees will come together to learn more about the program and will see how to create a profile and navigate Mentorship Hub.
- Meet with your assigned student mentee(s) for at least 1 hour weekly during the 6-week program (in-person or virtually).
Complete the mentor interest form by Aug. 15
Looking for more information?
Our first-gen mentor guide is a great place to start if you are thinking about signing up to be a mentor. See an overview of the program, tips for helping your mentee navigate the college experience, and a list of on- and off-campus resources for you and your mentee.
Supporting first-generation students gives you the opportunity to share your experiences, foster growth, and empower these students to thrive academically, professionally, and personally. Together, we can make their first-gen journey extraordinary!